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| 2013-19787 | Speech-to-Speech and Internet Protocol (IP) Speech-to-Speech Telecommunications Relay Services; Telecommunications Relay Services and Speech-to-Speech Services for Individuals With Hearing and Speech Disabilities | Proposed Rule | In this document, the Commission seeks comment on possible actions to enhance the knowledge and use of Speech-to-Speech (STS) relay service by persons with speech disabilities. It has been estimated by consumer advocates that only one percent of prospective users are currently using the service. Thus, amendments to the Commission's rules may be necessary to ensure that persons with speech disabilities have access to relay services that address their unique needs, in furtherance of the objectives of section 225 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended (the Act) to provide relay services in a manner that is functionally equivalent to conventional telephone voice services. | 2013-08-15 | 2013 | 8 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2013/08/15/2013-19787/speech-to-speech-and-internet-protocol-ip-speech-to-speech-telecommunications-relay-services | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2013-08-15/pdf/2013-19787.pdf | Federal Communications Commission | 161 | In this document, the Commission seeks comment on possible actions to enhance the knowledge and use of Speech-to-Speech (STS) relay service by persons with speech disabilities. It has been estimated by consumer advocates that only one percent of... |