LR389 Public Hearing: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Elementary Education
Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. CT
Location: Nebraska State Capitol, Room 1525
Accessibility: ASL interpreters provided
The Nebraska Legislature’s Education Committee will hold a public hearing that includes LR389, an interim study examining educational opportunities and services available to Deaf and Hard of Hearing elementary students in Nebraska. LR389 was introduced by State Senator Danielle Conrad.
The study examines:
- Availability of teachers trained in Deaf education and related support personnel
- Communication supports and accommodations, including sign language interpretation, captioning, assistive listening technologies, and language development services
- Early language and literacy development
- Coordination among schools, educational service units, early intervention programs, and families
- Professional development for educators serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students
- Geographic and regional differences in access to services, particularly in rural Nebraska
The resolution also directs the Education Committee to seek input from parents and families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, educators, Deaf education specialists, educational service units, and relevant state agencies.
Participate in the Public Hearing
Community members can attend the hearing in person or submit comments online through the Nebraska Legislature.
Submit a Public Comment
Read LR389
Please note: The Education Committee hearing begins at 9:00 a.m. CT and includes multiple interim studies. LR389 is one of the studies scheduled for the hearing.
