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DE HB402

Bill

Status

Passed

7/19/2016

Primary Sponsor

Gerald Brady

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Title 24 of the Delaware Code to add new requirements for licensed hearing aid dispensers and audiologists regarding telecoil technology disclosure.

  • Requires hearing aid dispensers and audiologists to notify prospective purchasers at the initial examination about telecoil (t-coil/t-switch) technology and its benefits, including use with hearing loop technology.

  • Mandates provision of written information explaining telecoil uses, such as increased access to telephones, business communication, and noninvasive access to assistive listening systems in the community.

  • Effective 90 days after enactment.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Hearing Aids.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/19/2016

Committee Referrals

Sunset6/23/2016
Sunset Committee (Policy Analysis & Government Accountability)6/7/2016

Full Bill Text

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