Resident urges commission to restore ASL access, push forward tabled resolution

Aug 4, 2026

A resident told the Montgomery County Commission that a resolution to budget for American Sign Language interpreters and other accommodations was tabled in finance and should be included in the county budget so deaf and hard-of-hearing residents can access county services and emergency updates.

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A resident urged the commission to take up and pass a resolution, first introduced by Commissioner David Shelton, to fund American Sign Language interpreters and other accommodations so deaf and hard-of-hearing residents can access county services and emergency communications.

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