Judiciary asks lawmakers to fund interpreters, security upgrades and JIC tech as vacancies, funding shifts draw scrutiny During a Joint Finance Committee orientation, the judiciary outlined the governor’s FY26 recommendations and pressed for funding increases for interpreter services, court security, Judicial Information Center staffing and courthouse security upgrades amid questions about vacancies and transfers from ASF to the general fund.

Delaware's judiciary is pushing for crucial funding to enhance interpreter services and court security, but concerns about existing vacancies are raising eyebrows among lawmakers.

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Committee hears language-access bill proposing uniform guidelines and interpreter workforce action House Bill 2,475 would require the Office of Equity to develop uniform language-access guidelines by Dec. 1, 2027, and address interpreter shortages; witnesses cited declining interpreter certification and heavy Medicaid interpreter demand.

A new bill in Washington aims to tackle the growing crisis of language access by establishing uniform guidelines and addressing the alarming shortage of certified interpreters.

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Best-Rated Medical Interpreter Services for Hospitals and Clinics Understand the role of Medical Interpreter Services in providing culturally appropriate treatment and improving health care delivery.

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Epistemic Justice and the Structural Silencing of Linguistically Diverse Parents Back to Fall 2025 issue Epistemic Justice and the Structural Silencing of Linguistically Diverse Parents Jennifer Needle-Suarez https://doi.org/10.63292/KBEW8258 Abstract Pediatric healthcare encounte...

New issue, new insights! Explore the work of our contributor, Dr. Jennifer Needle-Suarez, in this article from our latest journal release. #interpreterservices #epistemicjustice #openaccess #ethics

Judges Discuss Interpreter Case Amidst Influence Concerns Judges address interpreter case with concerns about crossing professional boundaries.

The Monroe Circuit Court's recent meeting revealed critical gaps in interpreter services, raising questions about fair access to justice for non-English speakers.

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California Judicial Council unveils 2025 Language Need and Interpreter Use Study findings The 2025 Language Need and Interpreter Use Study reveals evolving interpreter needs and services.

A recent study reveals a shocking 45% drop in interpreter usage in California courts, highlighting urgent challenges and the need for new talent in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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County judges switch to cost-effective Westlaw contract to reduce legal expenses Judges approve new Westlaw contract to lower costs and improve legal resource access.

Miami County judges are making a game-changing switch to a new Westlaw contract that slashes legal costs from over $6,500 to just $2.75 per month!

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Nebraska court interpreters face funding crisis as legislature weighs budget increase Senator Dungan urges budget increase to maintain court interpreter pay amid demands.

Nebraska's court system is on the brink of a crisis as over 90,000 residents face language barriers, risking justice for many without crucial funding for interpreters.

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Minnesota Senate supports SF 2043 to enhance healthcare interpreter services access Senate file 2043 proposes a work group to improve interpreter access in healthcare.

Minnesota's Senate is taking a bold step towards better healthcare access by proposing a work group to tackle the critical shortage of interpreter services for patients with limited English proficiency.

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Deaf Blind Advocates Urge Connecticut for Enhanced Interpreting Services Sherry Burns and others seek better access to tactile interpreters for deaf blind individuals.

Sherry Burns is sounding the alarm on the urgent need for tactile interpreters in healthcare, revealing how the lack of accessibility is putting lives at risk.

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Connecticut enacts registration requirements for interpreting services for deaf individuals Connecticut mandates interpreter registration and qualifications for services to deaf individuals.

Connecticut is on the brink of a transformative change as lawmakers introduce Senate Bill 1158, aiming to enhance vital interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing individuals.

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