#legislation
Virginia Passes Landmark Open-Captioning Legislation for Movie Theaters, Boosting Accessibility for All Audiences
4 Oktober 2026
"Want to go see a movie today?" For millions of people living with hearing loss, a simple trip to the...
Vermont Makes History as Governor Phil Scott Signs Legislation Establishing Rare Disease Advisory Council
22 September 2026
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Vermont has officially made legislative history for its medical and patient advocacy communities. On May 13, 2026,...
Former U.S. Senator Nancy Kassebaum Baker Remembered for Transformative Role in Rare Disease Legislation and the Passage of the Orphan Drug Act
21 September 2026
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) has expressed its profound sorrow following the passing of former U.S. Senator Nancy...
Hawaii Governor Signs Historic Legislation to Establish Comprehensive Statewide Hearing Health Plan
20 September 2026
Hearing loss has long been understood to be far more than a simple communication challenge. It reaches deeply into nearly...
Virginia Theaters Now Required to Offer Open-Captioned Movies Following Landmark Legislation
19 September 2026
For millions of people living with hearing loss, a simple invitation to go see a movie at a local cinema...
Vermont Passes Historic Legislation Establishing Rare Disease Advisory Council After Years of Grassroots Advocacy
13 September 2026
Vermont has officially made history for its medical and patient communities. On May 13, 2026, the Vermont Legislature successfully passed...