Massachusetts S2120 amends the state's general laws to replace the term "hearing impaired" with "deaf or hard of hearing.
Massachusetts S2120 seeks to update the state's terminology by replacing the term "hearing impaired" with "deaf or hard of hearing" across several sections of the general laws. This change aims to reflect a more inclusive and precise language for individuals with hearing difficulties. The bill specifically targets sections in chapters 6, 129, 151B, 175, 176A, 176B, 176G, and 221, ensuring consistency in how these individuals are referred to in legal texts.
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