Boards and Commissions - As introduced, creates the Tennessee council for research of deaf, deaf-blind, and hard of hearing children. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 49; Title 68 and Title 71.

Summary

The bill creates a council attached to the Department of Health to study children who are deaf, deaf‑blind, or hard of hearing from birth to age ten. The 17‑member council, composed of individuals with lived experience and professional expertise, will gather data, recommend assessment tools, and develop accessible testing practices. Its work ends when it submits a final report and recommendations.

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