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NJ A4256

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Shanique Speight

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limited English proficient parties using court translating services would be entitled to assistance from a licensed social worker who speaks their language to help navigate the court system
  • The Commissioner of Human Services must prepare and provide a list of available bilingual licensed social workers to the Administrative Director of the Courts
  • The Administrative Director of the Courts would develop and maintain a registry of approved licensed social workers for court use
  • The Administrative Director would establish directives, guidelines, and standards to implement this program
  • Takes effect on the first day of the seventh month following enactment

Legislative Description

Provides any party in case who is limited English proficient and utilizes court translating services option to have social worker translator to help party navigate court system.

Judiciary

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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