Court interpreters; revise regulations for.

HB 1248 updates Mississippi's court interpreter regulations to improve language access for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals. It authorizes oral interviews for registered interpreters, requires courts to submit annual reports on language access services, and revises the interpreter oath to emphasize accuracy and confidentiality. The bill creates a centralized language access program under the Administrative Office of Courts and establishes clearer certification standards for interpreters. These changes directly affect courts, interpreters, and LEP individuals involved in legal proceedings. The bill died in committee on February 4, 2025, and did not become law.