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NY S08215
Bill
Status
12/2/2016
Primary Sponsor
Gustavo Rivera
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AI Summary
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Amends Executive Law Section 259-i to require appointment of qualified interpreters from the New York state office of general services statewide administrative services contract for parole board proceedings involving foreign born or non-English speaking individuals.
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Removes the requirement that interpreters be certified by a recognized national or New York state credentialing authority.
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Authorizes the parole board to determine a reasonable fee for interpreting services, with costs charged to the board of parole.
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Prohibits interpreter requests or appointments from causing delays in release from incarceration for eligible individuals.
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Takes effect on the same date as Chapter 473 of the Laws of 2016.
Legislative Description
Directs that the New York state office of general services statewide administrative services contract be used to select qualified interpreters to be used for translation services for inmates appearing before the parole board.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
12/2/2016