HB 1478 (1998): recognizing American sign language as the primary language of deaf citizens.
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HB 1478 (1998)
recognizing American sign language as the primary language of deaf citizens.
- Status: Killed
- Term: 1997-1998
- House committee: Education
- Subject: Education - General
The Story
It was introduced on January 7, 1998 and referred to the House Education committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 4, 1998. The majority of the committee recommended that the House kill it by a vote of 11–4. On March 5, 1998 the House voted to kill it on a voice vote.
Sponsors
- Rep. Gagnon (Hills 48) (prime sponsor)
- Rep. Batula (Hills 18)
- Rep. S. Holley (Hills 28)
- Sen. Podles (SD16)
Hearings and Sessions
- February 4, 1998, 1:00 PM: hearing, House Education, RM207,LOB
Votes
- March 5, 1998, House: Inexpedient to Legislate — voice vote, passed
The Docket
- January 7, 1998: INTRODUCED AND REF TO EDUCATION; HJ3,P109
- January 7, 1998: COPY TO CHAIRMAN ON 12/16/97 DUE ON 02/20/98
- February 4, 1998: HEARING FEB04 1:00 RM207,LOB FOR: EDUC
- February 17, 1998: MAJ REPORT ITL FOR MAR05 (VOTE 11-4)
- March 5, 1998: ITL REPORT ADOPTED VV; HJ21,P1146