S 2679 New Jersey Senate · 2024-2025 Regular Session

Provides 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.

This bill requires courts to provide licensed social workers who speak a party's language to help limited English proficient individuals navigate court proceedings. It directly affects non-English speaking court participants who use translation services, ensuring they receive assistance beyond basic translation to understand court processes. The state must create a registry of available social workers through the Human Services Commissioner and Administrative Director of Courts, with courts developing implementation guidelines. The policy change adds a navigation support layer to existing translation services, aiming to improve access to justice for language-accessible court participation.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 12, 2024 Last action Feb 12, 2024
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Angela McKnight
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