Existing law creates the Nevada Commission for Persons Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, which consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor. Existing law requires the Governor to consider the recommendations of the Nevada Commission on Services for Persons with Disabilities when appointing such members. (NRS 427A.750) This bill: (1) adds a twelfth member to the Nevada Commission for Persons Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing; and (2) requires that member to be registered with the Aging and Disability Services Division of the Department of Health and Human Services to engage in the practice of sign language interpreting and possess certain experience and knowledge.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 427A.750
As Enrolled: 427A.750
BDR: 427A.750