NY S01022

Requires the workers' compensation board to translate all documents and forms into the ten most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficient individuals in New York State.

Mandates the board provide interpretation services to injured employees regarding benefits, services, and information.

Requires the board to publish a language access plan detailing translation methods, available translated documents, bilingual staff positions, employee training requirements, and internal monitoring procedures.

Establishes a language access coordinator position at the board to monitor compliance annually, including data collection on language assistance provision and availability of translated materials.

Takes effect ninety days after becoming law, with rules and regulations for implementation authorized to be completed beforehand.