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Good news! As of May 13th, SF3210 was passed by both the House and the Senate and has been sent to the Governor to sign into law! Learn more at revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2025/…

Sharing from the community: Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Weather Information and Safety Survey Share your experiences with receiving and understanding weather warnings and safety information. To take the survey: surveymonkey.com/r/DHOH-Weather…

Registration is Open for the Collaborative Experience Conference! The conference will take place on November 5-7, 2026 at beautiful Breezy Point. Registration: eventbrite.com/e/2026-collabo…

The Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Community Awards. Be sure to join us on the Minnesota State Capitol Lawn to recognize these remarkable individuals and organizations. mn.gov/deaf-commissio…

The FCC’s Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau will host a webinar highlighting Champion Your Health which underscores prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. When: Wed. May 27 Time: 1-2 PM ET Register: @72970aed-3669-4ca8-b960-dd016bc72973" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/e3646397…

Get your nominations in today! The deadline to submit your nominations has been extended to May 1, 2026. survey.alchemer.com/s3/8712945/202… A full list of award recipients over the years available at mn.gov/deaf-commissio…

On Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (tonight), at 7:00 PM, Governor Tim Walz will deliver the State of the State Address to a joint session of the Minnesota State Legislature. The address will be streamed live on the House Television 1 channel house.mn.gov/Live/1

Last week, our government relations director, Alicia Lane, testified in support of SF 3210. The same bill will be heard in today’s Senate Floor Session. We have been told SF 3210 will be heard today at the 11:00am hearing. Watch the hearing at senate.mn/schedule/live/…

Sharing from the community: invitation to the Minnesota Council on Disability's free ADA Title I Training Date: Monday, May 11, 2026 Time: 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Location: Virtual. Accessibility: ASL and CART will be provided. Registration: disability.state.mn.us/events-and-out…

Sharing from the Minnesota State Department of Public Safety, and Emergency Communication Network. Text to 911 is an option available for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals who may find themselves in an emergency. For more info: dps.mn.gov/divisions/ecn/…

Sharing from the community: Seeking Input on Interpreted Shows during the State Fair. Survey link: forms.gle/Qx9KdRp5YPz3SW… Questions: Contact Angelique Kessens: angelique.kessens@mnstatefair.org accessibility@mnstatefair.org

2026 Pulse at the Capitol What’s happening with bills at the Minnesota Capitol? What are this year’s hot topics? Join us on Wed Apr 29, 5-6:30 PM on Zoom. Registration link: zoomgov.com/meeting/regist…

Friendly reminder to get your nominations in today! The deadline to submit your nominations has been extended to May 1, 2026. Submit your nomination through this form: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8712945/202… A full list of award recipients over the years is available at mn.gov/deaf-commissio…

Hannah Furney, originally from Toledo, Ohio, now calls Minneapolis home. She volunteers at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport working the information booth. Read Hannah’s #CanDoAnything story: :mn.gov/deaf-commissio…

On 4/10, Alicia Lane (government relations director) testified in support of SF3210 (Maye Quade), the bill with language asserting that a refusal to engage in the process for determining an accommodation may be discriminatory. Watch the hearing at: youtube.com/live/RYahXRT_i…

Collaborative Experience Conference: Call for Presenters To view a list of primary topics and to submit: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNCDH…

Sharing from the FAA: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a survey for passengers with disabilities regarding aircraft evacuations. Consider filling out the survey and sharing your experiences: faafedramp.gov1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b4…

Commuity Awards on the Capitol Lawn Minnesota State Capitol, Front Lawn Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Registration Please let us know if you plan to attend so we have an accurate head count. survey.alchemer.com/s3/8774347/Com…

Sharing from the Minnesota Department of Human Services: “When hearing aids are not covered by your insurance” Read for more information and where to get additional resources: content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNDHS…

Sharing from Minnesota Housing: Community Reviewer Program, call for reviewers. Minnesota Housing is offering a stipend of $1,000 for serving as a community reviewer. To find out more and sign up: mnhousing.gov/home/policy-an…