Local law · Int 0591-2026
Establishing an office of translation and interpretation within the office of immigrant affairs
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A Local Law to amend the New York city charter, in relation to establishing an office of translation and interpretation within the office of immigrant affairs.
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New York City Council
Summary
This bill would require the creation of an Office of Translation and Interpretation within the Office of Immigrant Affairs. This office would employ individuals proficient in the designated citywide languages to provide translation and interpretation services to city agencies. This office would also be required to assist city agencies with identifying translation and interpretation services for languages other than the designated citywide languages.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Immigration
Cosponsors
Carmen N. De La Rosa, Christopher Marte and 6 others
Cosponsors in the order the New York City Council lists them.
- Democratic8
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Full history
- Feb 12, 2026
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Feb 12, 2026
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Immigration
NYC Council