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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Requiring the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to include at least three positions to conduct the duties of the Office to provide specialized case management services to assist deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing individuals; and requiring the Office to provide specialized case management services to deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing individuals.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, which operates within the Office of the Governor, must establish at least three positions dedicated to providing specialized case management services. These services are intended to assist individuals who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing, ensuring they receive tailored support. The bill also explicitly requires the Office to offer these specialized case management services to these individuals, thereby expanding the direct support available to the deaf and hard of hearing community in Maryland.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Health Hearing (13:00:00 2/24/2026 ) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0866?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0866f.pdf |
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