Relates to the licensing of sign language interpreters and creates a state board for sign language interpreting

This bill creates a licensing system for sign language interpreters in New York, requiring all paid interpreters to hold a state-issued license. It establishes a state board composed of six deaf/hard of hearing clients and four licensed interpreters to set standards, manage ethics, and oversee the licensing process. The law mandates that interpreters pay fees ($105 for initial license/exam) and maintain skills through state-approved training, while allowing limited temporary exemptions for out-of-state interpreters (max 60 days) or qualified residents. It directly affects deaf/hard of hearing clients seeking interpreters, current interpreters needing licensure, and the state in managing the new regulatory system.