"Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Driver Communication and Disability Protection Act"; revises and establishes process for designating certain disorders through MVC.
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This bill, the Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Driver Communication and Disability Protection Act, updates the process for individuals with certain disorders – including autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders (like stuttering), and Tourette Syndrome – to indicate their diagnoses on their driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations. It requires the Motor Vehicle Commission to provide a designated method for noting these diagnoses and ensures that law enforcement officers have access to this information during traffic stops to facilitate communication with drivers who have these conditions. The bill also establishes guidelines for documentation and collaboration between state agencies to support effective communication.
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