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NJ A4112
NJ A4112Requires sign language interpreters for sessions and committee meetings of Legislature.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to provide access to legislative proceedings for individuals with hearing loss. This bill requires that a sign language interpreter provide simultaneous interpretation of the proceedings of each legislative session and each committee meeting and hearing of the Senate and the General Assembly of the State Legislature.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that sign language interpreters provide simultaneous interpretation during all sessions and committee meetings and hearings of the New Jersey State Legislature, whether conducted in person or remotely via video, to ensure accessibility for individuals with hearing loss. "Simultaneous interpretation" means the interpreter conveys the spoken words into sign language as they are being spoken. The bill defines "sign language" as a visual-gestural language that uses facial expressions, body language, spatial cues, and fingerspelling, in addition to hand signs. The Department of Human Services, in collaboration with the Office of Legislative Services, will be responsible for arranging these interpreters. The requirement for legislative sessions will begin seven months after the bill becomes law, while the requirement for committee meetings and hearings will start 25 months after the bill becomes law.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4112 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4112_I1.HTM |
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