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NJ A4256
NJ A4256Provides any party in case who is limited English proficient and utilizes court translating services option to have social worker translator to help party navigate court system.
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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
This bill entitles any party who is limited English proficient and utilizes translating services in court proceedings to be provided assistance by a licensed social worker who speaks the party's language to provide or translate any information needed to help the party navigate the court system. The bill requires the Commissioner of Human Services to prepare and provide to the Administrative Director of the Courts a list of licensed social workers who are available to serve as translators. The director would develop a registry of approved licensed social workers for the courts' use. In addition, the director also is to establish directives, guidelines, or standards to implement the provisions of this bill.
AI Summary
This bill ensures that individuals in court cases who have limited English proficiency and use translation services will have the option to receive assistance from a licensed social worker who speaks their language, helping them understand and navigate the court system. The Commissioner of Human Services will create a list of available social workers for this purpose, and the Administrative Director of the Courts will establish a registry of approved social workers and develop guidelines to put these provisions into effect.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4256 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4256_I1.HTM |
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