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HI HCR164
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/9/2018
Primary Sponsor
James Tokioka
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AI Summary
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Office of Enterprise Technology Services, in consultation with the Public Utilities Commission and Disability and Communication Access Board, requested to review existing and emerging telecommunications equipment, services, and policies for accessibility and usability for individuals who are deaf or have hearing or speech disabilities.
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Office of Enterprise Technology Services, in consultation with the Disability and Communication Access Board, requested to study feasibility of installing hearing loop technology (electromagnetic wire systems that transmit sound to compatible hearing aids or cochlear implants) in the State Capitol.
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Feasibility study must include costs of installing hearing loop technology in chambers, auditorium, and hearing rooms, including electrical upgrades if needed, and an installation schedule.
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Approximately 110,000 Hawaii residents are deaf or have hearing or speech disabilities according to U.S. Census Bureau and National Center for Health Statistics data.
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Office of Enterprise Technology Services must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed legislation to the Legislature no later than twenty days before the 2019 Regular Session convenes.
Legislative Description
Urging The State Of Hawaii To Review And Update Its Telecommunication Devices And Access For The Deaf, Individuals With Hearing Disabilities, And Individuals With Speech Disabilities And To Conduct A Study On The Feasibility Of Installing Hearing Loop Technology In The State Capitol.
Deaf and Blind Task Force
Last Action
Report adopted. referred to the committee(s) on FIN as amended in HD 1 with none voting aye with reservations; none voting no (0) and Representative(s) Souki excused (1).
3/28/2018