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FL S0418
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shevrin Jones
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AI Summary
- Establishes a blue envelope and blue card program through the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder communicate with law enforcement officers during traffic stops
- Blue envelopes will hold driver's license, registration, insurance, and emergency contact information, while blue cards (digital or physical) will identify the individual and provide communication guidelines for officers
- Requires the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission to develop mandatory autism spectrum disorder training for law enforcement officers, covering interview techniques, de-escalation, locating missing individuals, and recognizing signs of autism
- Training must be incorporated into basic skills courses for initial certification by July 1, 2028, with all certified officers required to complete the training by July 1, 2030
- Blue envelopes and cards will be available for request from the department or tax collector's offices beginning January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Law Enforcement Officer Interactions with Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Last Action
Ordered engrossed, then enrolled
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy2/4/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice1/27/2026
Full Bill Text
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