Autism Driver Proposal Could Change Illinois Traffic Stops
The Blue Envelope Program would give motorists a way to share communication needs, emergency contacts, and instructions during police encounters.
SPRINGFIELD, IL. - Illinois lawmakers have sent two measures to Gov. JB Pritzker that would create a voluntary “Blue Envelope Program” for drivers with autism and update emergency medical services licensing and disciplinary standards, with one bill already awaiting action from the governor and a 60-day constitutional window for a decision.The Blue Envelope measure, House Bill 4472, would establish the program statewide in Illinois. Under the proposal, individuals with autism could ke...
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