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Starbucks To Open Store In Washington, DC Where All Workers Will Know Sign Language

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WASHINGTON (CBS) -- A unique Starbucks is getting ready to open in Washington, D.C., as all the workers there are required to be proficient in sign language.

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The Starbucks location is close to Gallaudet University -- the world's only liberal arts institution of higher learning for the deaf.

Starbucks says at least 20 deaf and hard-of-hearing employees will be hired for the so-called "signing store" location.

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It's due to open in October.

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