Hawaii HB2488 mandates a study on communication needs of deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind individuals in healthcare settings.

Hawaii HB2488 directs the Disability and Communication Access Board to conduct a comprehensive study on the communication needs of individuals who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind in health care settings. The study will assess the availability of sign language interpreters, tactile interpreters, and other auxiliary aids in the state. It will also consider patients' preferences and any special needs they may have. The board must submit a report with findings and recommendations, including potential legislative proposals, to the legislature before the 2027 regular session.

Hawaii HB2488 mandates a study on communication needs of deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind individuals in healthcare settings.

Hawaii HB2488 directs the Disability and Communication Access Board to conduct a comprehensive study on the communication needs of individuals who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, and deaf-blind in health care settings. The study will assess the availability of sign language interpreters, tactile interpreters, and other auxiliary aids in the state. It will also consider patients' preferences and any special needs they may have. The board must submit a report with findings and recommendations, including potential legislative proposals, to the legislature before the 2027 regular session.