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NY S08229
Bill
Status
12/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Gustavo Rivera
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AI Summary
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Amends Executive Law Section 259-i to require qualified interpreters be appointed from the New York State Office of General Services statewide administrative services contract for parole board proceedings.
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Applies to foreign born or non-English speaking persons participating in interviews, parole release hearings, preliminary hearings, or revocation hearings.
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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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Specifies that the parole board shall 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.
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
12/23/2016