Bill > HB4472

This bill establishes the "Blue Envelope Program" under the Secretary of State's office to assist individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) when interacting with law enforcement and first responders during traffic stops or other vehicle-related situations. The program will involve designing and making publicly available special blue envelopes that individuals with ASD can use to hold their driver's license and insurance documents. These envelopes will include written information identifying the holder as having ASD, guidance for law enforcement on effective communication with individuals with ASD, and a space for emergency contact information. Participation in the program is voluntary, and any information on the envelope will be used solely for communication purposes and will not be stored in any government databases. The envelopes will be available at Driver Services facilities and the Illinois State Library, and can also be distributed to law enforcement, fire departments, and libraries. The Secretary of State is authorized to create rules to manage the program.