Establishes a pilot program for American Sign Language courses and increases state assistance for blind or visually impaired and deaf individuals.
Connecticut HB05487 establishes a three-year pilot program to promote American Sign Language interpreting careers by funding high school courses in up to five local or regional school districts. These courses, eligible for college credit, will cover vocabulary, grammar, deaf community knowledge, and communication skills. The Commissioner of Education will set application and reporting requirements, and participating districts must partner with accredited higher education institutions.
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