This bill amends existing laws regarding parking privileges for individuals with disabilities, specifically expanding eligibility to include veterans with a disability rating of 70% or higher from the United States armed forces or the Department of Veterans Affairs who also use a service animal. The bill modifies the criteria for applying for special parking privileges by clarifying the definition of disabilities and includes a new section that outlines the application process, which must now include a statement regarding the medical necessity for the permit. Additionally, it mandates that parking privileges must be renewed every five years and that the department will regularly update its database to remove permits associated with deceased individuals.

The bill also makes several technical adjustments, such as changing the wording of certain criteria and ensuring that the application process is streamlined. Notably, it removes previous requirements for specific statements and penalties related to false information on applications, while still maintaining the penalties for fraudulent applications. The effective date for this act is set for October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 46.19.010, 46.19.040, 41.04.007
Substitute Bill: 46.19.010, 46.19.040, 41.04.007