Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:00 PMSummary of Bill HR 4749
Bill 118 hr 4749, also known as the Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize funding for the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults (HKNC). The HKNC is a federally funded program that provides specialized services and resources to individuals who are deaf-blind.The bill seeks to continue the important work of the HKNC by providing funding for the center's programs and services for the next several years. These programs include vocational training, independent living skills training, and assistive technology services for individuals who are deaf-blind.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that the HKNC continues to collaborate with other organizations and agencies to improve services for individuals who are deaf-blind. It also requires the center to regularly report on its activities and outcomes to Congress and the public. Overall, the Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023 aims to support and empower individuals who are deaf-blind by providing them with the resources and services they need to live independently and participate fully in society.
Congressional Summary of HR 4749
Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023
This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 the Helen Keller National Center for Youths and Adults Who Are Deaf-Blind and the Helen Keller National Center Federal Endowment Fund.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4749
Bill HR 4749 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4749 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4749's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of July 19, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4749
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4749
Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023Helen Keller National Center Reauthorization Act of 2023To reauthorize the Helen Keller National Center Act.Comments
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