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NJ S3906

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Angela Mcknight

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Origin

Senate

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
  • Commissioner of Human Services must prepare and provide the Administrative Director of the Courts a list of licensed social workers available to serve as translators
  • Administrative Director of the Courts must develop a registry of approved licensed social workers for court use
  • Administrative Director must establish directives, guidelines, or standards to implement the 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 in the Senate, Referred to Senate Judiciary Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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