THIS IS AN HISTORIC DAY
IN NORTH CAROLINA!
Yesterday, the North Carolina Legislature passed House Bill 589 which mandates insurance coverage for hearing aids for anyone under the age of 22 years of age.
THANK YOU to the many women, men, and children who have worked tirelessly and endlessly for years to bring this about!
The bill is on its way to Gov. Perdue's desk for signature!!
H589 -
North Carolina General Assembly - Home Page
North Carolina Senate unanimously passed HA589 -- Health Benefit Coverage of Children's Hearing Aids
9-year-old lobbyist gets hearing aid bill approved - News14.com
A note from Dr. Joni Alberg, Executive Director, BEGINNINGS
Now, we can celebrate!! The bill unanimously passed the Senate today. The next stop will be Governor Perdue who will sign the bill into law. The effective date for this legislation will be January 1, 2011.
Collin, Arthur and Tracy Tastet were present for this historic vote. Collin was recognized by Lieutenant Governor Walter Dalton for his tireless lobbying for the passage of this bill. Check out News 14 Carolina on TV or the web to see their interview of Collin and Arthur following the Senate vote.
Thank you all for your persistence and support to make it a reality for insurance plans in NC to cover the cost of hearing aids for children under the age of 22 years!!! Woo hoo!!!!
Joni
This is a great step forward for the hearing impaired community, and should add up to some savings for the state.