Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Board takes positions on several bills; opposes state interpreter mandate for exams unless amended
Summary
The board voted to oppose Assembly Bill 667 (interpreter mandate for licensing exams) unless amended to exempt the board, and recorded watch or support positions on several other bills after debate and staff briefings.
At its April 3 meeting the board considered a slate of bills under active consideration in Sacramento and recorded positions after staff presentations and debate.
AB 667 (interpreter requirement for licensing exams): Staff described a substantial April 1 amendment that would have required boards and bureaus under the Department of Consumer Affairs to make verbal or written translation services available for licensing exams. Staff said national vendors (NCEES, Pearson VUE) indicated it would be costly and…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
