AN ACT to provide for a legislative management study regarding accessibility of government services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have hearing differences.

HB 1097 mandates a legislative study during the 2025-26 interim to examine accessibility of state and local government services for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have hearing differences. The study must assess communication barriers, review federal ADA requirements for government entities, and gather input from affected individuals, agencies, interpreters, and other stakeholders. It requires the legislative management to report findings and proposed legislation to the 70th Legislative Assembly. This bill directly affects deaf and hard of hearing North Dakotans by focusing on improving their access to government services. As a procedural study bill, it does not enact new policy but sets the stage for future legislative action.