NY S05535

Requires state agencies to translate vital documents into at least the 12 most common non-English languages spoken by limited-English proficient individuals, plus 3 additional languages per region based on local demographics

Extends language access requirements to state public authorities and all New York counties, requiring them to translate vital documents and provide interpretation services in individuals' primary languages

Mandates the Office of Language Access develop multilingual notices by December 31, 2025 informing asylum seekers, refugees, and community organizations of rights to interpreters and translated documents

Requires agencies, authorities, and counties to publish language access plans within 90 days, including complaint processes, training plans, and identification of language access coordinators

Counties with limited-English proficient populations over 0.5% must provide translations in at least 3 additional non-English languages; those at 0.5% or below must provide at least 2 additional languages

Language lists must be reviewed and updated every 2 years using census and American Community Survey data, with the state allocating annual funding for translation, interpretation, and training resources