Rhode Island StatutesCHAPTER 23-1.8 - Commission on the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing§ 23-1.8-1 - Purpose – Creation of commission.§ 23-1.8-2 - Duties – Activities.§ 23-1.8-2.1 - Sign language interpreter referral service.§ 23-1.8-3 - Committees.