What Are Translation-Specific Tool Providers and Developers Doing to Assist Translators During COVID-19?
In light of the current situation, it was suggested that I write something connecting technology with our all-consuming health crisis. None of us can…
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ATA Members and the CARES Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or the “CARES Act,” provides emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. Here’s a summary of the provisions that are pertinent to ATA members.
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ATA's Statement on California Senate Bill 900 Amending AB 5
An amendment to AB 5 has been introduced to the California Legislature. While SB 900 is an improvement on the situation under AB 5, ATA believes there are several issues that should be addressed and resolved before ATA can fully support the bill.
Read MoreATA Sends Open Letter to the California Assembly and Senate
California AB 2257 will be heard by California’s influential Senate Appropriations Committee on Monday, August 17. This is the last chance for the bill…
Read MoreATA Members and the CARES Act
Last week, Congress passed, and President Trump signed into law, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, which is intended to mitigate…
Read MoreFreelance Translators and Interpreters Need Relief
As Congress and the executive branch consider relief measures to combat the economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, they must remember to include freelance…
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Updated: Assembly Bill 5: What Now?
Get involved in standing up for our profession! Start with this how-to advocacy handout, a step-by-step action plan showing you how to present your case to state lawmakers. The information includes how to find your representatives and sample talking points to use in letters or conversations with legislators.
Read MoreFrom the President: Advocacy and Other Business
From the President Ted R. Wozniak president@atanet.org As I conclude the third month of my term as president, I find myself spending a lot…
Read MoreATA at “Protect Translators. Protect Interpreters. Protect the World.”: A Panel Discussion at the United Nations
On December 11, 2019, the Permanent Missions of Spain and the Republic of Fiji to the United Nations, together with the United Nations Department…
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