MN Commission

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The Olmstead Implementation Office is seeking a Director

Applications are due by June 25. You can learn more and apply on the Minnesota Careers Webpage at https://t.co/Zof48OdMRv and search with Job ID 94552.

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Sharing from the community:

“Survey on Emergency Alert” This is a student research project gathering information on making emergency alert notifications accessible.

Link: https://t.co/YGzJuob1Uu

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Sharing from the community:

The Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MNCCD) is beginning the process of refreshing our strategic plan, and we want your input!

Complete our brief survey:
https://t.co/nxbW3b7n1k

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A Lunch & Learn opportunity!

Join this FREE webinar to learn more about how Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing State Services can help you address hearing loss,.

When: July 8, noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Zoom.

Registration:
https://t.co/TxP0Ku9TGd

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Sharing from the community:

Consider participating in a short survey about your experiences with receiving and understanding weather warnings and safety information.

To take the survey, click the link or scan the QR code below:
https://t.co/dIRjEhPMRt

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Sharing from Minnesota Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (MRID):

Attnention interpreters!

If you haven’t yet completed the 2026 MRID MN Interpreter Census, now is the perfect time.

Link to take the survey: https://t.co/K3hi5hrnKX

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A friendly reminder that Text to 911 is an option available for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals who may find themselves in an emergency and might not feel safe making voice or video relay calls to 911.

https://t.co/WXUXYPvI6V

Info: https://t.co/FdR7wle6P4

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Sharing from the community:

Speech Accessibility Project

Seeking Deaf/HOH adults of all ages, whose speech may not accurately recognized by phones, tablets, or computers.

For more info: [email protected]

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Robert “Bob” Harris, originally from Chicago and grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, now calls Eden Prairie, Minnesota home. His lasting legacy was the creation and operation of Harris Communications.

Read Bob’s #CanDoAnything story: https://t.co/InyhtlVCvF

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Sharing from the community:

“Around the World: Foreign Sign Languages & Deaf Cultures” workshop. A CEU series for Interpreters & Deaf/Hard of Hearing Individuals". Workshop series presented by Hands United.

June 14-Aug 2, via Zoom.
To register: https://t.co/kRHpLO4bkp

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The Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing has an open position for a new executive assistant.

Application deadline is June 4, 2026.

For more info and where to apply:
https://t.co/X9sqzBJFCY

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“What to Know When Buying Prescription Hearing Aids Factsheet Updated”

The Minnesota Department of Health is excited to announce an update to the What to Know When Buying Prescription Hearing Aids factsheet (PDF).

Link: https://t.co/S2y3wEBJ3b

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Good news! As of May 13th, SF3210 was passed by both the House and the Senate and has been sent to the Governor to sign into law!

Learn more at https://t.co/34JKwOnTVC

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Sharing from the community: Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Weather Information and Safety Survey

Share your experiences with receiving and understanding weather warnings and safety information.

To take the survey:
https://t.co/dIRjEhPMRt

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Registration is Open for the Collaborative Experience Conference!

The conference will take place on November 5-7, 2026 at beautiful Breezy Point.

Registration:
https://t.co/Ee3M9zaVPC

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The Minnesota Commission of the Deaf, DeafBlind & Hard of Hearing is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Community Awards. Be sure to join us on the Minnesota State Capitol Lawn to recognize these remarkable individuals and organizations.

https://t.co/tAXZLaYAZ9

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The FCC’s Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau will host a webinar highlighting Champion Your Health which underscores prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging.

When: Wed. May 27
Time: 1-2 PM ET

Register: https://t.co/OnBZejbFpN

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Get your nominations in today! The deadline to submit your nominations has been extended to May 1, 2026. https://t.co/s7FHCMjSxe

A full list of award recipients over the years available at https://t.co/ijBJU4MsaW

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On Tuesday, April 28, 2026 (tonight), at 7:00 PM, Governor Tim Walz will deliver the State of the State Address to a joint session of the Minnesota State Legislature.

The address will be streamed live on the House Television 1 channel https://t.co/KEh2635rxS

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Last week, our government relations director, Alicia Lane, testified in support of SF 3210. The same bill will be heard in today’s Senate Floor Session.

We have been told SF 3210 will be heard today at the 11:00am hearing. Watch the hearing at https://t.co/lOubFf9EvQ