Maryland HB866 extends the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide specialized case management services.

Maryland HB866 extends the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide specialized case management services to deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing individuals. The Office is tasked with promoting the welfare of these individuals, improving access to communication, and coordinating with other state and federal entities. The Director of the Office, who must be deaf or hard of hearing, manages the Office and establishes guidelines to ensure efficient operations. The Office also holds public town hall meetings to gather feedback on services and programs.

Maryland HB866 extends the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide specialized case management services.

Maryland HB866 extends the Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to provide specialized case management services to deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing individuals. The Office is tasked with promoting the welfare of these individuals, improving access to communication, and coordinating with other state and federal entities. The Director of the Office, who must be deaf or hard of hearing, manages the Office and establishes guidelines to ensure efficient operations. The Office also holds public town hall meetings to gather feedback on services and programs.