Bill > HB101

This bill authorizes the issuance of distinctive "Invisible Disability" license plates for motor vehicles in Alabama, defining an "invisible disability" as a physical or mental condition that may hinder communication with first responders, including a wide range of conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's disease, PTSD, and diabetes. Vehicle owners who are Alabama residents and have been diagnosed with an invisible disability, or are the primary caretakers of someone with such a diagnosis, can obtain these plates by applying to the appropriate local official, complying with standard vehicle registration and licensing laws, paying regular plate fees, and an additional annual fee of $40. To qualify, individuals must provide proof of diagnosis from a licensed physician. These special plates will be valid for five years and can be renewed. The design of the plate will be handled by Kulturecity, Incorporated, subject to approval by the Commissioner of Revenue. Importantly, the net proceeds from the additional $40 fee, after production and administrative costs, will be sent monthly to Kulturecity, Incorporated to support their mission of promoting sensory accessibility and inclusion for individuals with invisible disabilities within the state. The bill also specifies an effective date of October 1, 2026, and allows the Department of Revenue to create rules for its implementation.

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