PA SB802

Individuals with communication impairments (deafness, autism spectrum disorder, or other conditions affecting communication with law enforcement) may voluntarily request a designation on their driver's license or ID card, requiring a sworn statement from a qualified medical professional

The designation uses a stylized lowercase "i" symbol from the Invisible Disabilities Association printed on the front of the license, with information shared to law enforcement through the Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network during traffic stops

No fees may be charged for adding or removing the designation; individuals may also provide emergency contact information that becomes part of their electronic records

Records are exempt from public access under the Right-to-Know Law, and the department may deny, cancel, or revoke designations obtained fraudulently or used to avoid compliance with lawful orders

Criminal penalties apply under 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904(b) for false statements on applications and § 5101 for using the designation to obstruct law enforcement; the act takes effect in 60 days