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SF 23

Handicap placards-health care providers' approval.

2025 Regular Session

The bill expands who can certify handicap placard eligibility to include APRNs, PAs, physical/occupational therapists, podiatrists, and optometrists.

Assigned Chapter Number 40
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Bill Summary · SF 23

Summary — SF 23 (Enrolled Act No. 4, Chapter 40, 2025)

Status: Enacted (SEA No. 0004, Chapter No. 40) — Governor signed February 25, 2025. Effective date: July 1, 2025. Fiscal note: no fiscal or personnel impact.

Main purpose

SF 23 expands which licensed health care providers may certify a person's eligibility for a handicap (disabled parking) placard. The bill updates Wyoming statute W.S. 31‑2‑213 to allow certain non‑physician clinicians to submit the required letter on behalf of an applicant.

Key provisions

  • Expands the list of practitioners authorized to provide the letter required to obtain a removable windshield placard. In addition to a licensed physician, the following providers may now certify eligibility:
    • Advanced practice registered nurse (APRN)
    • Physician assistant (PA)
    • Physical therapist
    • Occupational therapist
    • Podiatrist
    • Optometrist
  • Clarifies that these providers may also submit letters on behalf of a person responsible for the regular transportation of an eligible person with a disability.
  • Retains existing substantive requirements:
    • The certification must state the applicant has a disability that limits or impairs the ability to walk and is expected to last at least 12 months.
    • Placards must display the international symbol of access and be displayed as required (rearview mirror or dashboard).
    • Temporary placards continue to expire on a date based on the information in the certifying letter.
  • Makes conforming amendments to statutory language (definition of “eligible person,” temporary placard provisions).

Who is affected

  • Individuals with mobility‑impairing disabilities (and persons who regularly transport them) — broader access to certification through additional provider types.
  • Licensed APRNs, PAs, physical and occupational therapists, podiatrists and optometrists — gain authority to certify handicap placard eligibility.
  • Wyoming Department of Transportation — administrative processing continues, but the fiscal note indicates no additional fiscal or personnel impact.

Legislative and procedural notes

  • Introduced January 14, 2025; passed both chambers (Senate 3rd Reading: 20–7–4; House 3rd Reading: 61–0–1).
  • Assigned Chapter No. 40; Governor signed February 25, 2025.
  • Effective July 1, 2025.

Practical effect

By allowing additional qualified clinicians to certify eligibility, the law is likely to improve and expedite access to handicap placards for eligible Wyoming residents without imposing added costs to state government.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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