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S 7559

Requires a yearly inspection of all audiological testing equipment

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cordell Cleare

Requires annual inspections of all audiological testing equipment in educational settings to ensure accuracy, safety, and reliability of student hearing assessments.

REFERRED TO EDUCATION
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Bill Summary · S 7559

Summary: S 7559 — Requires a yearly inspection of all audiological testing equipment

Quick snapshot

  • Bill number: S 7559
  • Title: Requires a yearly inspection of all audiological testing equipment
  • Sponsor: Cordell Cleare (primary)
  • Status: REFERRED TO EDUCATION
  • Introduced: April 22, 2025
  • Related bills: S 8699 (prior-session), A 2659 (companion)

Purpose and intent

  • The bill appears to mandate annual inspections of audiological testing equipment. While the provided information does not include the full text, the title indicates the objective is to ensure that equipment used for audiological testing (e.g., devices such as audiometers and related testing gear) is inspected each year to maintain accuracy, reliability, and safety in testing environments. The committee assignment to Education suggests a focus on educational settings and institutions.

Key provisions (as inferred from the bill’s title; text not provided)

  • Annual inspection requirement: All audiological testing equipment would be subject to a yearly inspection.
  • Implementation details (standards, responsible entity, process, penalties): Not specified in the available data. The actual bill text would clarify who conducts inspections (state agency, districts, or contracted inspectors), what standards must be met, inspection frequency beyond yearly checks, reporting requirements, and penalties for non-compliance.
  • Enforcement and timeline: Not specified in the excerpt provided. The bill would typically outline enforcement mechanisms and effective dates if enacted.

Affected parties and impact

  • Likely affected: Educational institutions and school districts that use audiological testing equipment, as well as entities that own or operate such equipment in educational or clinical settings connected to education programs.
  • Possible costs: Potential costs for inspections (equipment owners or districts may incur recurring costs or contract inspectors). The bill’s text would specify who bears costs and any state funding or grants to support compliance.
  • Public health/education implications: Aims to improve the accuracy and safety of hearing assessments for students, potentially affecting screening programs, special education processes, and related services.

Legislative status and process

  • Introduced and referred to the Education Committee on April 22, 2025.
  • The record shows two identical “REferred to EDUCATION” entries on the same date, which appears to be a formatting artifact rather than separate actions.
  • Related legislation: S 8699 from a prior session; A 2659 is listed as a companion ( Assembly counterpart).

Next steps and considerations

  • The bill would move through the Education Committee, where stakeholders (educational institutions, audiologists, school health services) would review proposed provisions, standards, and funding implications.
  • Readers should watch for the full bill text to understand the specific inspection standards, responsible agencies, enforcement mechanisms, and any exemptions or transition timelines.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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