Our Program

Telecommunications Access Iowa (TAI) is a program of the Iowa Utilities Commission and is administered by Deaf Services Unlimited, Inc. We exist to provide specialized telecommunications devices to Iowans who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or have speech difficulties.

Our Values

Meet Our TAI Team

For any regulatory questions regarding the program, contact:

Kelsey Seaberg
Project Manager
Iowa Utilities Commission

E-mail: kelsey.seaberg@iuc.iowa.gov
Phone: 515-725-7367

• Our History

  Telecommunications Access Iowa (TAI) is a program of the Iowa Utilities Commission and is administered by Deaf Services Unlimited, Inc. This program was established as a result of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to work in conjunction with Relay Iowa. Learn more about Relay Iowa.

• What We Do

  We exist to provide Iowans who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or have speech difficulties specialized telecommunications devices. Qualified individuals can receive a voucher that pays for approximately 95% to 99% of the average cost of specialized telecommunications equipment.

• Who We Serve

  We serve qualifying Iowans who are Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or have speech difficulties. Wondering if you qualify? Learn more about our qualifications here!