SB 335 proposes to prohibit any state governmental agency from making it a requirement to learn any foreign language (i.e. any language other than English) in order to be hired; for continued employment; or for promotion. Further, the bill states that no governmental entity shall give preferential treatment to any employee for the ability to be able to speak a foreign language. However, after July 1, 2008, employers may lawfully give notice to potential employees that speaking a foreign language or completing foreign language training may be a requirement of employment. This bill does not apply to employees who hold the position where speaking a foreign language is the primary function of the job, such as translators.