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Breaking News: Texas Interpreter Meenu Batra Released from ICE Custody

Meenu Batra, who was being held at a facility after being detained by federal immigration officers in March, is free!

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Vocal Health and Sustainable Routines for Conference Interpreters

Learn practical, science-based vocal techniques to prevent vocal fatigue, reduce strain, and protect your voice before, during, and after high-demand…

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ATA Supports Nebraska Court Interpreters in Their Efforts to Earn Fair Compensation

On June 20, 2023, ATA submitted a letter to Chief Justice Michael G. Heavican of the Nebraska Supreme Court, as well as the Nebraska State…

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ATA Advocacy Committee Update

Educating government officials and the public about the role of translators, interpreters, and language access in our society is a central part of ATA’s mission. These efforts are led in part by ATA’s Advocacy Committee. Here are two important items the committee has been working on.

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UPDATE ON AB 432 – Court Interpreter Workforce Pilot Program

UPDATE ON AB 432 – Court Interpreter Workforce Pilot Program This is an updated Action Alert for ATA members in California Firstly, thank you to…

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Texas Court Interpreter Detained by ICE at Airport Says She’s Been ‘Humiliated and Treated Like a Criminal’

Meenu Batra, a longtime Texas court interpreter being held in a federal detention facility after being detained by federal immigration…

U.S. Department of Education Dissolving Federal Office Serving English Learners

The U.S. Department of Education plans to dissolve the office that supports the country’s five million English learners. The move…

Northern Ireland to Offer Free Sign Language Classes for Deaf Children

Northern Ireland will become the first part of the U.K. to provide free sign language classes to all Deaf children…

Washington State Passes Law to Promote Consistent Language Access

In a win for local language access efforts in the U.S., Washington State passed SHB 2475, a bill aimed at…

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