The Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) received numerous inquiries asking the difference between Senate Resolution 528 and Senate Bill 752. In response, our Legislative Chairperson Jason Altmann created this VLOG. Additionally, Jason shares IAD’s continuous concerns about the lack of transparency at the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission, especially after comments made by Commission […]
Several weeks ago, the Illinois Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (IRID) released a timeline with their organization’s perspective detailing their activities and involvement with SB752 and HB1811. This timeline was developed by IRID, not the Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD). We are releasing our own timeline to provide a comprehensive list of activities […]
IAD members have reached out asking if IAD responded to IRID President William Lee’s letter to Senator Morrison about SB752. The answer is yes, IAD President Corey Axelrod and Legislative Chairperson Jason Altmann wrote a letter in response. Read IAD’s Response to IRID’s Letter
The IAD received notification from Representative Mussman that SB752 will not be called for a vote in the Human Services Committee in time for tomorrow’s deadline. Representative Mussman advised IAD that there is a need to hear from all stakeholders before further action is taken. We fully respect this process. As we have been from […]
IAD Featured by DTV News for Advocacy Work The Illinois Association of the Deaf’s work with Senate Bill 0752 (SB0752) was spotlighted earlier today by DTV News! Thank you, DTV News, for increasing awareness about the steps taken to position the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (IDHHC) for long-term success.
IAD Responds to John Miller’s Written Testimony re: SB0752 Illinois Association of the Deaf Legislative Chair Jason Altmann addresses the number of alternative facts and rumors that are floating around: SB0752 should not and does not narrow the pool of applicants eligible for appointments. The 9th mandate will not require additional funding or staff members to receive, coordinate […]
This is a follow-up to our initial announcement regarding Senator Morrison’s introduction of SB0752. In this VLOG, Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) President Corey Axelrod and Legislative Chair Jason Altmann share the specific reasons behind each of the proposed amendments. These changes include, but are not limited to the following: The Illinois Deaf and […]
State Senator Julie Morrison of the 29th District introduced SB0752 today! This bill introduces significant changes to improve the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (IDHHC) and positions the IDHHC to best serve the deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing community. In this VLOG, Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) President Corey Axelrod and […]
