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This bill amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow individuals with an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder to voluntarily include this information on their driver's license. Specifically, the bill defines "autism spectrum disorder" as any pervasive developmental disorder identified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, and "intellectual disability" as a condition originating before age 18 characterized by significantly below-average intellectual functioning and significant limitations in adaptive behaviors. When applying for a driver's license, applicants can choose to submit documentation from a licensed healthcare provider confirming their intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder, which will then be indicated on their license. The bill explicitly states that any documentation submitted for this purpose will be kept confidential and only accessible to specific individuals, such as the license holder, Secretary of State employees, and law enforcement officials under certain circumstances. This provision aims to provide individuals with these conditions an optional way to communicate potentially important information to law enforcement or others who may interact with them while driving.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2524&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104