Open Translation Center Authorization Act

This bill establishes the Open Translation Center (OTAC), a federally funded entity to translate and analyze foreign government documents from designated countries (starting with China) and make them publicly accessible. OTAC will translate documents, provide contextual analysis, and publish summaries online for U.S. policymakers, journalists, academics, and the public, while training language specialists. The center will operate under a board appointed by the State Department, Director of National Intelligence, and Copyright Office, with $85 million authorized for fiscal year 2025 and $80 million annually through 2029. It focuses on translating materials like government reports, speeches, and state media to enhance understanding of foreign policies and cultures.