An Act facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes using blue envelopes to improve interactions between police officers and individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The goal is to provide officers with information about an individual’s specific needs and sensitivities, potentially reducing misunderstandings and promoting safer encounters. The bill’s specific implementation details are outlined in a related draft, S.2558.
Key provisions
- The bill suggests the use of blue envelopes.
- These envelopes would contain information about individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Information could include communication preferences, sensory sensitivities, and potential triggers.
- The bill aims to provide police officers with a standardized method for accessing this information.
- It references a related draft, S.2558, for further details on implementation.
Who is affected
- Individuals with autism spectrum disorder
- Police officers
- The general public (through improved police-community interactions)
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on a specific method – the use of blue envelopes – for sharing information.
- It is linked to a related draft, S.2558, which likely contains more detailed implementation strategies.
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Sponsors
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20 on record
Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
James B. Eldridge
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