HB 310 Summary

• Expands the definition of "mobility impaired person" to include individuals diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in addition to existing categories like seizure disorders and autism.

• Allows persons with PTSD to qualify for service dogs trained to assist mobility impaired persons and receive the same access accommodations as other disability service dog handlers.

• Prohibits misrepresenting a dog as an assistance dog by using harnesses, vests, or leashes commonly associated with assistance dogs unless the dog has been trained or is in training as an actual assistance dog.

• Creates criminal penalties for misrepresenting a dog as an assistance dog, making it a misdemeanor of the fourth degree under section 955.43.

• Maintains existing protections for legitimate assistance dogs, including permanent registration without annual renewal and fee exemptions for dog owners with qualifying disabilities.