Hearing Aid Compatibility

  • H.R. 5022 (1980) – Penalties up to $10,000

  • Awareness increased:

    • EIA specifications for magnetic field strength

    • Coin telephones made compatible

  • H.R. 375 (1981) – "One Penny Bargain"

    • Residential and business phones still not HAC

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