Texas Statutes
Subchapter A. Interpreters for the Deaf
Section 21.001. Definition

Sec. 21.001. DEFINITION. In this subchapter, "deaf person" means an individual who has a hearing impairment, regardless of whether the person also has a speech impairment, that inhibits the person's comprehension of proceedings or communication with others.
Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 959, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.