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NY S07407
Bill
Status
5/17/2022
Primary Sponsor
Luis Sepulveda
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AI Summary
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Amends the real property tax law to require entities administering the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated properties to develop and implement a language access plan for individuals with limited English proficiency or those requiring communication assistance.
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Mandates translation of necessary documents, forms, and instructions into the six most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficiency individuals in the municipality offering the program.
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Requires entities to offer interpretation services upon request between the administering entity and individuals in their primary language regarding provision of services or benefits.
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Requires entities to offer upon request or demonstrated need additional assistance services for individuals who are deaf, blind, have speech impediments, or cognitive impairments.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Relates to providing language access services to individuals relating to the tax abatement program for rent-controlled and rent-regulated property occupied by senior citizens or persons with disabilities.
Last Action
referred to aging
5/17/2022