The Erics ID Amendment Act of 2026 amends the District of Columbia Traffic Act to introduce a nonapparent disability indicator for individuals applying for a driver's license, permit, or identification card. This new provision allows applicants to voluntarily indicate their nonapparent disabilities using a designated butterfly symbol on their credentials. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is tasked with conducting public outreach about this option and must not require proof of a nonapparent disability for applicants to receive the designation. Additionally, the DMV is prohibited from using the nonapparent disability indicator as a basis for requiring a medical review process unless mandated by other District laws or regulations.
Furthermore, the Act mandates that the Metropolitan Police Department implement training for all sworn officers on how to interact with individuals who have the nonapparent disability indicator on their licenses or identification cards. This training must be developed in consultation with the Office of Disability Rights. The Act is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, following approval by the Mayor and a congressional review period.