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Communication Support for Disabled: New Training Centers

This act aims to improve access to augmentative and alternative communication tools and services for individuals with significant expressive communication disabilities. Through new training centers, citizens with these disabilities will have greater opportunities to participate in social life, education, and employment, reducing barriers and discrimination.
Key points
Establishment of three national resource centers to provide training and support for augmentative and alternative communication.
Increasing public awareness of the needs of individuals with communication difficulties and promoting their rights.
Improving access to education, employment, and healthcare for individuals using augmentative and alternative communication.
Supporting data collection on individuals with communication difficulties to better understand their needs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-11-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AACCENT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of three national resource centers to provide training and support for augmentative and alternative communication.
  • Increasing public awareness of the needs of individuals with communication difficulties and promoting their rights.
  • Improving access to education, employment, and healthcare for individuals using augmentative and alternative communication.
  • Supporting data collection on individuals with communication difficulties to better understand their needs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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