MN SF4132

Creates a Board of Sign Language Interpreters and Transliterators consisting of seven members appointed by the governor, including two interpreters (one deaf, one hearing), one postsecondary instructor, one employer representative, and three service users (two deaf and one deafblind).

Establishes licensure requirements for sign language interpreters and transliterators, with the board responsible for adopting rules, processing applications, managing license renewal, and maintaining a public registry of licensed professionals.

Sets initial and renewal license fees at $60 beginning July 1, 2024, with a $30 late renewal fee; fees are deposited into the state government special revenue fund and appropriated to the board.

Requires the board to develop continuing education requirements for license renewal, evaluate reciprocity with other states, and establish requirements for temporary licensure.

Amends Minnesota Statutes section 546.44 to require that qualified interpreters in legal proceedings must be licensed under the new chapter 156B.