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AK HB77
Bill
Status
3/30/2016
Primary Sponsor
Steve Thompson
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AI Summary
HB 77 Summary
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Requires disability awareness training for police officers, probation officers, parole officers, municipal correctional officers, correctional officers, and village public safety officers, including training on recognizing people with disabilities, appropriate interactions, available resources, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Allows drivers to voluntarily designate a disability on their driver's license or state identification card using a discreet symbol, with proof from a licensed physician, physician assistant, advanced nurse practitioner, or licensed psychologist, at no additional fee (though $5 may be charged for card replacement).
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Requires driver's license examination to include knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of drivers when encountering or being stopped by a peace officer.
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Mandates that driver training manuals include guidelines for drivers' duties and responsibilities when encountering or being stopped by a peace officer.
Legislative Description
Disability:id/license And Training Rqmts.
Education
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
4/14/2016