Bill would authorize ‘blue envelope’ program to help people with communication disabilities during stops
House Bill 140 would establish a voluntary ‘‘blue envelope’’ program to help people with communication challenges (originally focused on autism) signal that they may have difficulty interacting during traffic stops; the DMV and police training academy said they would work together on implementation and training.
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Legislation to create a voluntary ‘‘blue envelope’’ identification program for drivers with communication disabilities drew bipartisan support at the Senate Transportation Committee hearing. Representative Jonah O’Ryan Wheeler, a co‑sponsor, described House Bill 140 as a program that allows drivers who have difficulty communicating to place a notice in the vehicle window so law enforcement can recognize the need for adjusted interactions.
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