Dr. Gertrude Galloway, Dr. Ernest Hairston Honored for Significant Contributions to Deaf Community ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing honored two distinguished Deaf individuals today during National Deaf Awareness Month, by naming facilities in their honor during a ceremony held today in Crownsville, MD. The Dr. Gertrude Galloway Conference Read the Rest...
Recognizes Maryland Legal Professionals for Community Contributions ANNAPOLIS, MD – To wrap up National Deaf History Month (March 13 – April 15), the Governor’s Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing announced that Director Kelby Brick is a recipient of The Daily Record’s 2019 Leadership in Law Awards. The Leadership in Law Awards recognizes Maryland’s legal professionals Read the Rest...
Hearing Aids Now Available for Eligible Marylanders Over Age 21 ANNAPOLIS, MD – With 2019 health insurance plans ready to begin January 1, the Governor’s Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH) and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) announced a recent change in Maryland Medicaid regulations that allow coverage for medically necessary hearing Read the Rest...
Governor Larry Hogan Announces New Text to 9-1-1 System for Maryland Upgrades State Emergency System Network with Life-Saving Technology ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today announced the Board of Public Works’ approval of a new Text to 9-1-1 technology for Maryland, helping to update 1960s-era emergency systems with life-saving technology. This new Internet-based infrastructure allows Read the Rest...
Governor Larry Hogan, Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford Highlight Disability Employment Governor Declares Disability Employment Awareness Month, Creates State Accessibility Coordinator ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today signed Executive Order 01.01.2017.23 declaring October as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Maryland. The month will be used to highlight the immense contributions made by workers with disabilities and the Read the Rest...
Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Hosts First Deaf Business Summit in the Country Event Draws More Than 60 Deaf and Hard of Hearing Business Owners ANNAPOLIS, MD – The Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing today hosted the nation’s first Deaf Business Summit: “Deaf Ecosystem: Maryland’s Open for Business.” It Read the Rest...
Governor Larry Hogan Honors Maryland Native and Deaf Advocate Nyle DiMarco Event Highlights State’s Commitment to Early Language Acquisition Among Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today awarded a governor’s citation to Nyle DiMarco, recognizing his efforts on behalf of Deaf and hard of hearing children. A graduate of Read the Rest...
Governor Larry Hogan Signs Bill Recognizing Biliterate High School Graduates American Sign Language Recognized as Eligible Language for New Maryland Seal of Biliteracy ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today signed into law Senate Bill 781, which grants bilingual students graduating from Maryland public high schools the opportunity to receive a seal on their high school Read the Rest...
Governor Larry Hogan Signs Bill Expanding Access to Hearing Aid Loan Bank Bill Gives Children Under 18 the Ability to Participate in the Hearing Aid Loan Bank Program ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today signed into law House Bill 596, which alters the age of eligibility from 3 years old to 17 and under Read the Rest...
The Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and the Department of Budget and Management Announce Launch of Statewide Visual Communication Services Contract (PDF)
The Governor’s Office Of The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing And The Department Of Labor Licensing And Regulation Announce Partnership To Aid Job Seekers Who Are Deaf, Hard Of Hearing, And Deafblind (PDF)
The Maryland Chiefs Of Police Association And The Governor’s Office Of The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Announce New Communication Aid For First Responders (PDF)
Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration And Governor’s Office Of The Deaf And Hard Of Hearing Announce New Hearing Waiver For Experienced Commercial Drivers (PDF)
