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S 5807

Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Luis Sepúlveda

New York bill S 5807A requires EBT websites/apps to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages, boosting access for non-English users.

PRINT NUMBER 5807A
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Bill Summary · S 5807

Summary of S 5807A (Print Number 5807A)

A bill introduced in the New York State Senate on March 3, 2025, sponsored by Senator Luis R. Sepúlveda, titled: “Requires any website or mobile application associated with an electronic benefit transfer system to be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages.”

Purpose and Intent

  • To improve language accessibility for users of electronic benefit transfer (EBT) systems. The bill requires that any website or mobile app related to an EBT system be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages, ensuring non-English-speaking participants can access information and services related to their benefits.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the bill’s title)

  • Any website or mobile application that is associated with an EBT system must be offered in the twelve most common non-English languages.
  • The provision focuses on linguistic accessibility; the text provided does not specify additional requirements (e.g., quality standards, ongoing maintenance, or penalties). Details would be clarified in the full statutory language.

Affected Parties

  • EBT beneficiaries who prefer non-English languages.
  • State agencies administering EBT programs and any contractors or vendors responsible for EBT websites and mobile apps.
  • Community organizations and advocates serving non-English-speaking populations who rely on EBT information.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 3, 2025.
  • Legislative Actions: Referred to the Social Services committee on March 3, 2025.
  • Amendments: On May 7, 2025, the bill was amended and recomitted to the Social Services committee; the print number updated to 5807A on that date.
  • Status: In the committee process; no final chamber passage information available in the provided material.
  • Related/Companion: Related to S 8917 (prior-session) and Assembly companion A 2332.

Legislative History and Sponsorship

  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Luis R. Sepúlveda.
  • Related Bills: S 8917 (prior-session), A 2332 (companion).

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Accessibility Benefits: Potentially improved access to benefits information and services for non-English-speaking participants.
  • Implementation Costs: Translation and ongoing maintenance of multilingual interfaces could entail costs for state agencies and vendors.
  • Compliance Timeline: Specific timelines and enforcement mechanisms are not detailed in the provided materials; final language will determine implementation requirements.

Next Steps

  • As the bill is under committee consideration, further amendments or revisions could be proposed before potential floor votes. If enacted, it would become law according to the bill’s final provisions and effective dates.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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