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AK SB47

Bill

Status

Passed

8/30/2021

Primary Sponsor

Elvi Gray-Jackson

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Origin

Senate

32nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends AS 28.10.181(d) to modify special registration plate requirements for persons with disabilities, including disabled veterans and Alaska Territorial Guard members
  • Department shall register one motor vehicle without charge and issue a specially designed registration plate displaying the international symbol of accessibility (wheelchair logo) for persons with disabilities that limit or impair the ability to walk as defined in 23 C.F.R. 1235.2
  • Disabled veterans whose disability originated from service may elect alternative registration plates under other provisions that do not display the accessibility symbol and do not carry special parking privileges
  • Expands the list of healthcare professionals who may provide proof of disability to include speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, and occupational therapists (in addition to existing chiropractors, physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses)
  • Changes reference from "advanced practice registered nurse" to "speech-language pathologist" and adds "or as a physical therapist or occupational therapist" as acceptable professionals for disability certification

Legislative Description

Vehicle Registration/persons W/disability

Licensing

Last Action

EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW 11/23/21

8/30/2021

Committee Referrals

State Affairs1/25/2021

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