Legislation
Requires a hearing screening of all newborns (if no parental objection) within the first week following birth. Department of Health required to issue accepted screening practices and report to the legislature on the success of the screening program by November 1, 2000.
Citation: Wyoming statute 35-4-901
Web Resources
Wyoming Department of Education
Our students must be able to succeed in higher education, technical programs and the world of work. Even though Wyoming is a rural state, our technology systems will provide equal opportunity and access to all of our students.
http://www.k12.wy.us/
Wyoming Department of Health
Our mission is to promote, protect, and enhance the health of all Wyoming citizens.
http://wdh.state.wy.us/main/index.asp
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND)
From the University Affiliated Program at the University of Wyoming: The Wyoming INstitute for Disabilities (WIND) provides teaching, research, information services, and technical assistance to both the University and Wyoming at large. Its major functions include teaching, research, and service in the broad area of disabilities, particularly in the area of developmental disabilities.
http://wind.uwyo.edu
Wyoming NICHCY
Resources From the National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities (NICHCY).
http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/wy.htm
