6287-SAMHTRH5373.1SSB 6287H COMM AMDBy Committee on TransportationADOPTED 03/03/2006 On page 1, after line 3, insert the following:NEW SECTION.Sec. The legislature reaffirms its recognitionthat legal blindness does not affect the physical ability to walk, nordoes it limit the ability to participate and contribute in employmentand all aspects of life as an equal and productive citizen.Furthermore, for a legally blind individual with appropriate trainingin travel skills, any limitations on that individual's mobility are notresolved by the granting of special parking privileges. However, forsome individuals, including the newly blind and those in transition,the availability of special parking privileges could prove to be anappropriate benefit if those individuals choose to avail themselves ofthe opportunity. Renumber the remaining section consecutively and correct the title.Adds intent language to the bill.--- END --- Official Print - 1