PENNSYLVANIA REGISTRY OF INTERPRETERS FOR THE DEAF

Encouraging the growth of the interpreting profession throughout the state, by educating the public about the vital role of sign language interpreters, and advocating for communication access for all D/deaf, hard-of-hearing, DeafBlind, deaf-disabled, late-deafened individuals.

Changes are happening in our legislature impacting MOST interpreters who work in pennsylvania. stay informed.

On October 31, 2024, Governor Shapiro signed SB 1274 , also know as the Act 143 Amendments to Act 57. With the exception of Section 4 (b.1), all changes will become effective in 60 days, or on December 30, 2024.

For the updated version of Act 57, including the recent Amendments, please always reference The Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing's (ODHH) website. Their office has posted the updated, full text PDF.

What has changed?

Please note the content below was created prior to Governor Shapiro signing Amendments in Act 143. Therefore, the information below references potential changes, but they have been signed into law.

ACT 57 / SB 1274 (Act 143) Comparison Document

Links to view in ASL below:

Introduction | Part 1 | Part 2 | Definitions

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Michelle Andros /// Office of Developmental Programs - Deaf Services // Integrity Interpreting, LLC // Amanda G Landrey // Sorenson VRS // All Hands Interpreting Services, LLC // Joyce Gallagher // Keystone Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services // ASL Services // Deaf-Hearing Interface, LLC // Step-Up Services, LLC // The Pennsylvania State Association of the Deaf (PSAD) // Jessica Marks // Lily Pacheco // ASL Learning Community of Delaware