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Committee introduces RS 32,416 to add video remote interpreting to speech-and-hearing law
Summary
Representative Josh Wheeler introduced RS 32,416 to add a category for video remote interpreting providers to the speech-and-hearing services practice act; the committee voted to introduce the RS by voice vote with no fiscal impact stated.
Representative Josh Wheeler introduced RS 32,416 to the House Health and Welfare Committee, describing it as a modernization to the Speech and Hearing Services Practice Act that would include a category for video remote interpreting providers. Wheeler said the change "will improve access to services that are vital to our citizens in the ASL deaf community" and that the RS "has no fiscal impact."
A motion to introduce RS 32,416 was made and the committee approved the introduction by voice vote. The committee did not record further questions or debate on the RS during the meeting segment.
