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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".09" citation="COMAR 28.02.01.09" title_num="28" subtitle_num="02" chapter_num="01" heading="Appointment of Interpreter; Request for Accommodations.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Upon request of a party, witness, or representative who cannot hear, speak, or understand the spoken or written English language, the Office shall provide a qualified interpreter during the Office proceeding in which the party, witness, or representative is participating.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>An interpreter shall take an oath or affirmation that the interpreter will accurately interpret the proceedings.</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>If a party, witness, or representative requests an accommodation, the Office shall provide a reasonable accommodation as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>