Maryland § 9-2414
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-2414, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-2414.
(a) The Board shall:
(1) license qualified individuals to provide sign language interpretation services;
(2) on or before July 1, 2024, establish and publish licensing requirements for sign language interpreting in all settings;
(3) provide technical assistance to license applicants and other interested persons;
(4) promote the profession of sign language interpreting, including providing workshops and trainings to raise public awareness and to facilitate professional development; and
(5) perform any other duties assigned by the Director.
(b) In addition to any duties set forth elsewhere in this subtitle and with the support of the Office, the Board shall:
(1) administer the provisions of this part;
(2) adopt bylaws for the conduct of its proceedings;
(3) adopt a seal;
(4) keep a record of its proceedings;
(5) keep a file on each applicant for a license;
(6) establish a visiting sign language interpreter registry;
(7) develop and maintain a website that shall include:
(i) a portal to accept license applications and related documentation, complaints, and registrations of visiting sign language interpreters; and
(ii) a publicly searchable database of sign language interpreters; and
(8) reasonably seek additional funding sources.
(c) In addition to any powers set forth elsewhere, the Board may adopt regulations to carry out the provisions of this part.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-2414
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