DAD mtg Aug 2026 (PDF version)
Delaware launches free fire and carbon monoxide alert device program for Deaf community
DELAWARE – The First State is launching its life-saving initiative to get accessible fire and carbon monoxide alarm devices to Delaware’s deaf and hard-of-hearing households.
Officials from the Delaware State Fire Marshal’s Office say the program will provide the free equipment to eligible Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Late-Deafened, and DeafBlind Delawareans who may not perceive standard auditory alarms.
They say the program will ensure households get the appropriate visual and/or tactile alerting devices needed to keep people safe.
FCC Comments Deadline due by Aug. 10, 2026 for ASL in the new e911 systems
FCC needs to hear from you! Four simple steps for you to share your experiences and why we need direct communication without using an interpreter for 9-1-1 calls. Deadline is August 10th to leave comments.
Step 1:
Check out our link in our bio.
Step 2: After you enter the link to get on the page: the first line of the form will be the “Proceeding Box”.
Type in “21-479” and press enter then click on: “Facilitating Implementation of Next Generation 9-1-1 Services (NG911).”
Step 3. Enter all your information and add comments about your experiences in the “Brief Comments” box.
Step 4. Click “Continue to review screen”. If it all looks good to you, submit!
Your comments will help the FCC understand why Deaf people need direct 9-1-1 access, just like everyone else.
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DAD Note: This is a continuation of last year’s push for ASL in the new e911 systems from CSD. See https://www.delawaredeaf.org/2025/04/18/the-urgent-need-for-ng911-a-lifesaving-upgrade-for-accessibility-and-public-safety/