New Jersey S3906 ensures limited English proficient parties in court have access to a social worker translator.
New Jersey S3906 mandates that any party in a court case who is limited English proficient and uses translating services be assisted by a licensed social worker who speaks their language. The Commissioner of Human Services must provide a list of available social workers to the Administrative Director of the Courts, who will create a registry for court use. The director will also establish guidelines to implement the bill's provisions. This act takes effect seven months after its enactment.
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