ME LD2087

Extends the maximum period for holding a conditional ASL interpreter license from 4 years to 5 years, with a possible 6th year granted for extreme hardship

Creates an exemption allowing unlicensed individuals to provide communication assistance during declared emergencies requiring immediate interpreting services as part of emergency response

Expands educational pathways to licensure by allowing an associate degree or higher in any field, not just ASL-specific degrees, from an accredited college or university

Implements recommendations from the Transforming Interpreting Maine (TIME) needs assessment report issued following the October 2023 Lewiston shooting