2016 Maryland Code
General Provisions
Title 3 - Open Meetings Act
Subtitle 3 - Open Meetings Requirements
§ 3-304. Interpreters
(a) Scope of section. -- This section applies only to the Executive and Legislative branches of the State government.
(b) In general. -- On request and to the extent feasible, a unit that holds a public hearing shall provide a qualified interpreter to assist deaf individuals to understand the proceeding.
(c) Form of request. -- A request for an interpreter must be submitted in writing or by telecommunication at least 5 days before the proceeding begins.
(d) Determination of feasibility. -- The unit shall determine, in each instance, whether it is feasible to provide an interpreter.
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