1. Limited interpreters. An application for renewal of a limited interpreter, limited transliterator or limited deaf interpreter license must show proof of completion of at least 15 20 hours annually of continuing education in American Sign Language or the interpreting process. This subsection does not apply to interpreters, transliterators and deaf interpreters who obtain limited licensure status pursuant to section 1532 and who have not completed the educational and training requirements set forth in section 1524, subsection 4 or section 1524-A, subsection 3.

Sec. 5. 32 MRSA §1531, as enacted by PL 1999, c. 399, §17 and affected by §20, is amended to read:

§1531. Disclosure

All interpreters licensed pursuant to this chapter shall disclose their license category, training and experience with specific certifications held and any postsecondary degrees to consumers and to the person or persons engaging the interpreter's services. The content and form of the disclosure must be developed by the department pursuant to rule-making provisions of the Maine Administrative Procedure Act. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A 2-A.

Sec. 6. 32 MRSA §1532, as enacted by PL 1999, c. 399, §17 and affected by §20, is repealed.