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This bill, inspired by "Eric's ID Law" and the advocacy of Eric Carpenter-Grantham and his mother, Linda Carpenter-Grantham, aims to improve safety and understanding for individuals with nonapparent disabilities, which are disabilities that are not outwardly visible. It amends Delaware law to allow individuals applying for or renewing a driver's license or identification card to voluntarily request a special notation indicating they have a disability that may require special attention; this notation can only be removed with written notice and requires parental or guardian permission for those under 18, and it specifically includes developmental and intellectual disabilities. Furthermore, the bill mandates that police officers and those seeking to become police officers receive training on how to interact with individuals with mental, developmental, or intellectual disabilities, including specific instruction on traffic stops involving individuals with disabilities and the new license notation. The Division of Motor Vehicles will consult with advocacy groups on the design of this notation and conduct public outreach to inform people about this new option, with the law taking effect immediately and requiring implementation within six months.

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142784