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WV SB882
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robbie Morris
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AI Summary
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Requires the West Virginia State Police to develop and implement a "Blue Envelope Program" by January 1, 2027, providing durable blue-colored envelopes to drivers with autism spectrum disorder to ease communication during traffic stops or accidents
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Envelopes must clearly indicate the driver has autism, include best practices for law enforcement interaction, provide space for the driver's specific communication needs, and be large enough to hold license, registration, and insurance documents
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Program materials must be available by mail and at every State Police detachment and county motor vehicle office throughout West Virginia
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Prohibits the State Police from collecting or storing any identifying information about envelope recipients beyond what is necessary for distribution
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Provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for anyone acting in good faith under the program, unless they knowingly provide false information
Legislative Description
Establishing Blue Envelope Program to promote communication between law enforcement and community members
Last Action
To Transportation and Infrastructure
2/9/2026