House Sponsors: FLOWERS. Short description: TELECOM ACCESS BY DISABLED Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Telecommunications Article of the Public Utilities Act. Requires telecommunications carriers that provide local exchange service to supply, at no extra charge, equipment capable of serving the needs of disabled persons, not just those with a speech or hearing disability. Effective July 1, 2002. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: JAN-07-2003 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status