The bill H. 3769 proposes an amendment to Section 56-3-1910 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the issuance of handicapped license plates. The amendment expands the definition of "handicapped" to include individuals with autism and neurodivergent conditions, allowing the Department of Motor Vehicles to issue handicapped license plates to these individuals. This change aims to recognize and accommodate the needs of a broader range of disabilities.

The specific legal language being added to the existing law includes the inclusion of "autism or neurodivergence" as qualifying conditions for obtaining a handicapped license plate. This amendment reflects a growing understanding of the diverse challenges faced by individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions and seeks to provide them with the same accessibility benefits as those with more traditionally recognized disabilities. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/16/2025: 56-3-1910
Latest Version: 56-3-1910