Federal Translation Coordinating Council Act

Summary

Federal Translation Coordinating Council Act - Establishes as an independent organization in the executive branch the Federal Translation Coordinating Council. Requires the Council to: (1) make such recommendations as may be necessary to coordinate all Federal programs, activities, and endeavors involving translation; (2) determine, evaluate, and, where possible, improve the quality and quantity of translation available to interested persons; (3) determine the number and capabilities of translators whose services may be available to the Federal Government; (4) determine which institutions of higher education in the United States provide training in skills required for translation; (5) determine the needs of the Federal Government for translation services; and (6) determine such principles, standards, and procedures for translation as the Council may deem appropriate. Requires the Council to issue a report to the President, the Congress , and the Secretary of State. Provides for the termination of the Council.

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Timeline

1. 13 June 1978

   Introduced

   Referred to House Committee on Government Operations.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 13 June 1978

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 13 June 1978

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

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1 official file

• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 13 June 1978

  Open at official source

Sponsors

• Rep. Breckinridge, John B. [D-KY-6] · D · Sponsor
• · hsgo00 · Standing

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