The bill amends section 5.2281 of the Revised Code to officially designate the month of April as "Ohio Deaf History Month." This change involves the deletion of the previous designation period, which was from the thirteenth day of March to the fifteenth day of May, and replaces it with the entire month of April.

Additionally, the bill maintains the existing designations for "Better Hearing and Speech Month" in May and "Childhood Apraxia of Speech Awareness Day" on the fourteenth day of May, which aim to raise awareness about communication disorders and support individuals facing these challenges. The bill ultimately seeks to enhance recognition and appreciation of Ohio's deaf history by establishing a dedicated month for this purpose.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 5.2281
As Reported By Senate Committee: 5.2281
As Passed By Senate: 5.2281