American Sign Language

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DeSantis Sued For Not Providing Sign Language Interpreters During Coronavirus Briefings

Robbie Gaffney

Disability Rights Florida is suing Gov. Ron DeSantis and his executive office for not having a sign language interpreter during Coronavirus press conferences. Disability Rights Florida is filing the lawsuit. Its lead attorney says DeSantis is breaking the law.

Education

Florida House Passes ASL Interpreters Bill Unanimously

Currently there are no standard qualifications for American Sign Language interpreters in public schools. But Thursday the Florida House passed a bill…

Education

To Lawmakers' Surprise, No Qualifications For ASL Interpreters

Kate Payne

Some state lawmakers want stronger qualifications for interpreters working with deaf and hard of hearing students. There’s a bill moving through the…