Allows individuals to request a notation on their driver's license indicating that they have autism spectrum disorder, or any other medical, mental, or behavioral condition that may alter or impair their behavior
Summary
Allows individuals to request a notation on their driver's license indicating that they have autism spectrum disorder, or any other medical, mental, or behavioral condition that may alter or impair their behavior; requires medical documentation to be submitted as proof upon such a request; directs the commissioner of motor vehicles to consult with the commissioner of health and the commissioner of mental health to determine a list of such conditions and disorders that may be indicated on an individual's driver's license.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Aug 18, 2023
Last action Jan 3, 2024
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Total actions
2
Key actions
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Committee
2
Jan 3, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
lower
Aug 18, 2023
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Marianne Buttenschon
DDemocratic
Co
Karen McMahon
DDemocratic
Co
Rebecca Seawright
DDemocratic
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