SB 266
Elections: language accessibility.
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Fiscal committee
No
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No
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve language accessibility in California elections. It requires the Secretary of State to identify and list single-language minority groups with significant needs for translated ballots and materials. The bill also mandates that elections officials provide ballots, instructions, and notices in languages spoken by these groups, authorizes the use of qualified translators, and updates procedures for signature verification to include translated notices and voter statements. It also addresses the need for translated materials for voters who have not signed their ballots.
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