On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, audiologists representing the Arkansas Academy of Audiology (ARAA), the Academy of Doctors of Audiology (ADA) and the Student Academy of Doctors of Audiology (SADA) testified in support of AR SB 118 to modernize the Arkansas audiology practice statute and align it with audiologists’ training and education.

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View the Testimony

• ARAA Representative, Dr. Hope Gillison, Testimony
• ADA President, Dr. Amyn Amlani, Testimony
• SADA Board Member and Future Doctor of Audiology, Blair Casey Testimony
• Sen. Penzo’s Closing Statement and the unanimous vote to move the bill forward to the full Senate floor.

Read ADA’s Letter of Support

ADA congratulates the Arkansas Academy of Audiology and extends a sincere thank you to the audiologists in Arkansas for bringing this important legislation forward and taking time to AuDvocate to provide better access to hearing and balance services to Arkansans!

AR SB 118 is scheduled to be presented to the full Arkansas Senate for a vote on Monday, March 3, 2025. More information to follow.