Text of decree-law 22 March 2021, no. 41 (published in the Official Gazette - General Series - no. 70 of 22 March 2021), as converted with amendments by law 21 May 2021, no. 69, concerning urgent measures for Italian Sign Language recognition and support for individuals with hearing disabilities.
The Italian Republic recognizes, promotes and protects Italian Sign Language (LIS) and tactile Italian Sign Language (LIS tactile). This historic milestone marks a fundamental step forward in protecting the linguistic rights of deaf individuals and ensuring full accessibility to communication in all public and social contexts.
The regional bill procedure for the recognition of Italian Sign Language has been initiated. This represents an important step toward ensuring linguistic rights and accessibility for deaf citizens within the Molise region.
Full rights for deaf individuals: motion approved by Regional Vice President Minardi. The Marche region takes a decisive step toward recognizing the linguistic and communication rights of its deaf community through official legislative action.
Since March 4, 2018, numerous legislative proposals concerning the recognition of Italian Sign Language have been submitted. This collection documents the parliamentary efforts during the XVIII Legislature to achieve official status for LIS.
Longobardi: "Italian Sign Language approved in the Region." The Campania regional council approves recognition of LIS, marking a significant achievement for the deaf community in southern Italy.
The Chamber of Deputies discontinues examination of this framework law text already approved by the Senate. This setback in the legislative process highlights the ongoing challenges in achieving comprehensive legal recognition for the rights of deaf individuals.
Italian Sign Language - Senate of the Republic - Tuesday, 3 October 2017 - 888th Session. A historic moment as the Senate approves measures recognizing Italian Sign Language.
Here is the text of the proceedings from the June 20 session which approved the move from the Constitutional Affairs Commission back to the Senate floor for full debate on Sign Language recognition.
LIS recognition: exchange of views regarding the proper parliamentary procedure for advancing legislation on the recognition of Italian Sign Language and protecting the rights of deaf citizens.