Bill
S 916
Overview: S 916, a bill to raise the minimum fee for temporary interpreters, was RETURNED TO SENATE after its introduction on March 10, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to in
Overview: S 916, a bill to raise the minimum fee for temporary interpreters, was RETURNED TO SENATE after its introduction on March 10, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to increase the minimum fee paid to temporary interpreters, recognizing the importance of their services and the need to ensure fair compensation.
Key Provisions:
- Raises the minimum fee for temporary interpreters from the current rate to a new, higher rate.
- Requires federal agencies and other entities that utilize temporary interpreters to adhere to the new minimum fee.
- Provides for periodic adjustments to the minimum fee to account for changes in the cost of living and market conditions.
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly impact temporary interpreters, who would benefit from the increased minimum fee. It would also affect federal agencies and other organizations that rely on temporary interpreters for their operations.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been RETURNED TO SENATE, indicating that it has been sent back to the Senate for further consideration or potential amendments.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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