# Hearing Aid-Compatible Telephones
> **Federal Communications Commission** · Final rule. · Published 2003-09-16 · Effective 2003-11-17 · 68 FR 54173
## Document
- **Document number:** 03-23527
- **Category:** accessibility
- **Federal Register citation:** 68 FR 54173
- **CFR reference:** 47 CFR 2
- **Publication date:** 2003-09-16
- **Effective date:** 2003-11-17
- **FCC docket:** WT Docket No. 01-309
## Abstract

In this document, the Commission modifies the exemption for wireless phones under the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require that digital wireless phones be capable of being effectively used with hearing aids. It finds that modifying the exemption will extend the benefits of wireless telecommunications to individuals with hearing disabilities--including emergency, business, and social communications--thereby increasing the value of the wireless network for all Americans.

## Source
- [Federal Register document](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2003/09/16/03-23527/hearing-aid-compatible-telephones)
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