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AL SB186

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Merika Coleman-Evans

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a distinctive "Invisible Disability" license plate for Alabama residents diagnosed with conditions that may interfere with communicating with first responders, including autism, PTSD, epilepsy, dementia, hearing loss, diabetes, and developmental disabilities
  • Primary caregivers of individuals with invisible disabilities are also eligible to obtain the plate
  • Requires physician documentation of the diagnosis and payment of a $40 additional annual fee on top of standard registration fees
  • Plates are valid for five years before requiring replacement
  • Net proceeds from the $40 fee (after production and administrative costs) go to KultureCity, Inc. to support sensory accessibility and inclusion programs for individuals with invisible disabilities
  • Effective date: October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles, distinctive license plates, issuance of "Invisible Disability" plates, authorized

Motor Vehicles & Traffic

Last Action

Pending Senate Finance and Taxation General Fund

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance and Taxation General Fund1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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