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NV AB367

NV AB367
Makes various changes related to language access in elections. (BDR 24-364)


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Introduced
03/06/2025
In Committee
05/19/2025
Crossed Over
04/23/2025
Passed
06/02/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
83rd Legislature (2025)

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to elections; setting forth certain language access requirements relating to elections; requiring the Secretary of State to employ a language access coordinator; providing that a registered voter with a physical disability may use a mobile device to access interpretive services; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

AI Summary

This bill makes comprehensive changes to enhance language access in elections across Nevada. The bill requires the Secretary of State to ensure voting materials and election information are available on their website in all languages mandated by federal law, with a minimum of seven most commonly spoken languages, including translations by certified translators. Additionally, the Secretary of State must establish a toll-free telephone number providing language interpretation in the 200 most commonly spoken languages and American Sign Language. The bill defines "voting materials" expansively, covering everything from voter registration applications to ballot instructions and election notices. A new language access coordinator will be employed in the state's classified service to oversee these efforts, and the bill specifically mandates that all election-related communications be available in English and Spanish. For voters with physical disabilities, the bill allows the use of mobile devices to access interpretive services, including American Sign Language, to help them cast their votes. The provisions will become fully effective on January 1, 2026, allowing time for administrative preparation and implementation of the new language access requirements.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Legislative Operations and Elections (A)

Last Action

Chapter 212. (on 06/02/2025)

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