Massachusetts S2622 mandates language access plans for state agencies to ensure equal access for LEP and deaf or hard of hearing persons.
Massachusetts S2622 establishes requirements for public-facing state agencies to ensure language access for Limited English Proficient (LEP) and deaf or hard of hearing persons. The bill mandates the creation of language access plans, which outline policies and procedures to provide equal access to services, programs, and activities. These plans must include community needs assessments, language services inventories, and evaluations of current language services.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.