As used in this part:

1. (1) “Adaptive telecommunication equipment” means any item, piece of equipment, or product system that is modified or customized to provide individuals with disabilities access to a telecommunications network;

2. (2)

   1. (A) “Adjusted gross income” means the amount claimed by an applicant as adjusted gross income on the most recent state or federal income tax return.

   2. (B) “Adjusted gross income” may also be determined by reference to an applicant’s:

      1. (i) Wages;
      2. (ii) Supplemental Security Income/Social Security Disability Insurance benefits; or
      3. (iii) Retirement benefits;

3. (3)

   1. (A) “Maintenance” means general care for adaptive telecommunication equipment, to include:

      1. (i) The supply of batteries, cables, bulbs, and other items required for operation of the equipment;
      2. (ii) Protection of the equipment from the elements; and
      3. (iii) Cleaning the equipment.
   2. (B) “Maintenance” does not include repairs or modifications.
   3. (C) Individuals are prohibited from repairing or modifying equipment during the initial two-year period after the equipment is distributed; and
4. (4) “Telecommunications service” means the electronic transmission, conveyance, or routing of voice, data, audio, video, or any other information or signals to a point or between or among points.