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Blue Envelope Bill
Status
Passed by Senate
Bill
An Act facilitating better interactions between police officers and persons with autism spectrum disorder (Blue Envelope Bill)
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder often face challenges communicating during moments like traffic stops. The blue envelope is a tool to help communicate those challenges to an officer during a stop, providing immediate understanding about the best ways to communicate during a traffic stop. This bill was endorsed by the Massachusetts State Police and the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Associations. The bill was passed by the Senate on January 4, 2024.
Highlights
- Allows individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder to voluntarily request an envelope to keep in their vehicle, and hand to police during a traffic stop.
- Envelopes tell the responder about the individual and about the best ways to communicate.
"The Blue Envelope bill will make our Commonwealth a safer place for people who are nero-diverse. It moves us closer to equal opportunity and access for people of all abilities"
- Senator Jo Comerford (D-Northampton)
- Senator Jo Comerford (D-Northampton)
