The proposed bill aims to establish a program in Massachusetts for the issuance of special motor vehicle license plates specifically for individuals who are autistic or neurodivergent, as well as for their parents or legal guardians. The bill mandates that applicants for these special plates must own or lease a private passenger vehicle registered in the Commonwealth and must provide certification from a qualified medical professional confirming the autism or neurodivergence diagnosis. The design of the license plates will feature distinctive markings to identify the vehicle as associated with an autistic or neurodivergent individual or their family, with input from representatives of the autistic and neurodivergent community.
Additionally, the bill stipulates that the fee for these special license plates will be the same as the standard registration fee for passenger vehicles, and the plates will be valid for a biennial period, with renewal options available. The Registrar is granted the authority to create necessary rules and regulations for the implementation of the program, including application procedures and eligibility verification. The act is set to take effect upon its passage.