Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, “auditory-verbal accelerated education program” means a specialized program:

(1) that:

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(A) relies solely on; and

(B) develops;

listening skills;

(2) that uses an implant or assistive hearing device for the purpose of relying on speech and spoken language skills as the method of communication; and

(3) that uses faculty and supervisors certified as listening and spoken language specialists each day the child is in attendance.

As added by P.L.201-2023, SEC.179.