MISSION

All functions and services are carried out in order to enable deaf and hard of hearing individuals to have access to information, services, education, and opportunities which will be equal to those of able-bodied people who hear and which will enable each deaf and hard of hearing individual to live productively and independently while assuming fullest responsibilities as a citizen.

Web Site:

http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eohhs2agencylanding&L=4&L0=Home&L1=Government&L2=Departments+and+Divisions&L3=Massachusetts+Commission+for+the+Deaf+and+Hard+of+Hearing&sid=Eeohhs2

Governing Laws:

Statutes

MGL C. 6 s. 191	Definitions
MGL C. 6 s. 192	Commission for the deaf and hard of hearing; creation; financing; agreements; regulations
MGL C. 6 s. 193	Commissioner
MGL C. 6 s. 194	Functions of commission
MGL C. 6 s. 195	Advisory council
MGL C. 6 s. 196	Interpreter referral service
MGL C. 6 s. 197	Telecommunication devices; rental, lease or sale
MGL C. 6 s. 198	Advice to other agencies; provision of requested resources
MGL C. 6 s. 199	Records of commission; confidentiality