TASA Modernization Bill
Currently, there is a legislative bill to be introduced to the 2025 Florida Legislative Session, called "TASA Modernization Bill"
How Will the TASA Modernization Bill Benefit You?
FTRI will continue to offer free phones and accessories for landline/VOIP.
Upon passage of TASA Modernization Bill, FTRI will start offering wireless devices and accessories for financially eligible Floridians with hearing loss and those with speech impairments.
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) will determine income eligibility.
Potential wireless devices include a tablet or smartphone with communication and relay apps.
Learn more about the TASA Modernization Bill by downloading and reviewing our TASA Modernization Presentation. When you click the link, it will download the presentation PDF file to your Downloads folder. You can then view the presentation on your device.
How to Contact Your Local State Legislators
To find your Florida State Senator:
- Go to the following link: https://www.flsenate.gov/Senators/Find
- Enter your home address and click the Search button.
- Call (or email) your Senator and leave a short message - something like:
"Honorable _____________. Please support SB 344, thank you."
Make sure to leave your name, and home address.
To find your Florida State Representative:
- Go to the following link: https://flhouse.gov/FindYourRepresentative
- Enter your address and city (and complete the reCAPTCHA if required) and then click the Find Your Elected Officials button.
- Call (or email) your Representative and leave a short message - something like:
"Honorable _____________. Please support HB 435, thank you."
Make sure to leave your name, and home address.
