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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
02/01/2018
02/01/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to authorize the Registry of Motor Vehicles to voluntarily issue driver's licenses and special identification card designations to persons with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. Transportation.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) to voluntarily issue driver's licenses and special identification cards with designations for individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder. The bill requires a signed statement from a licensed physician confirming the applicant's condition in order to receive these designations on their driver's license or special identification card. This legislation aims to proactively protect automotive drivers by providing important information about a person's condition to law enforcement and first responders.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (8)
Kate Campanale (R),
Josh Cutler (D),
Ken Gordon (D),
Kate Hogan (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
John Scibak (D),
Chris Walsh (D),
Tom Walsh (D),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1817 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1817.pdf |
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