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FCC Waives VRS Requirements for Interpreters Through May 15 Due to COVID-19

The FCC Consumer and Government Affairs Bureau waived through May 15 video relay service interpretation requirements, so VRS providers can work with interpretation services that haven't been eligible providers. Friday's emergency waiver on its own motion responded to COVID-19. “These…

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extraordinary circumstances present unique challenges,” said Chairman Ajit Pai. VRS usage has increased amid the virus. Other telephone relay services have had delays (see 2003250055).