S.606

Language Access & State Holidays Act

Introduced·3/25/25

North Carolina S606 expands language access in state services and recognizes additional cultural and religious holidays.

North Carolina S606, the Language Access & State Holidays Act, aims to enhance language access in state services and formally recognize key cultural and religious holidays. The bill mandates that the Division of Motor Vehicles provide driver's license materials in multiple languages, including Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, and more. It also requires the Department of Transportation to ensure traffic signs are understandable by non-English speakers. Additionally, the bill expands the list of recognized state holidays to include Lunar New Year, Diwali, Eid al-Adha, and others.

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Rules and Operations of the Senate Committee
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History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Mar 25, 2025

Senate

Filed