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1. Article number 1 - The Interpreter for the Deaf License renewal portal is now open.
2. Article number 2 - Upcoming FY23 Meeting Dates
3. Article number 3 - IDHHC Commissioner Application
4. Article number 4 - Subscribe to IDHHC Communications
5. Article number 5 - COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card

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  The Interpreter for the Deaf License renewal portal is now open.

  Renewal notices has been sent out and the renewal portal is now open. Please visit the Interpreter for the Deaf Licensure Act of 2007 page for more information.

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  Upcoming FY23 Meeting Dates

  Commission Meeting

  • March 2-3, 2023
  • May 19, 2023

   

  Interpreter Licensure Board Meeting

  • Janurary 13, 2023 (Cancelled)
  • June 23, 2023 (Rescheduled from March 24, 2023)
    
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  IDHHC Commissioner Application

  The Governor’s Office is accepting applications to serve as Commissioners on the Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission. To become a Commissioner, visit www.appointments.illinois.gov and click on Nominate Yourself. Under PART A: Board or Commission Sought, please select “Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission” as the Board or Commission Name. Complete as appropriate and submit the appointment application. 
  

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  Subscribe to IDHHC Communications

  IDHHC Communications sends up-to-date information on issues relating to hearing loss including upcoming events and IDHHC announcements. If you would like to subscribe to receive emails from IDHHC Communications, please go to the Contact Us page to sign up.

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  COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card

  ​The COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card is available for the public to download and print. Individuals may wish to print the COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card and bring it to their vaccination site. The COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Card does not replace the requirement of federal and state laws for effective communication to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind persons, such as sign language interpreters or other services.