Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research | BILL ANALYSIS |
Transportation Committee |
HB 2272
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Brief Description: Providing for a designation on driver's licenses for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Sponsors: Representatives Orwall, Irwin, Kilduff, Leavitt, Thai, Appleton, Wylie, Doglio and Goodman.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/3/20
Staff: Christine Thomas (786-7142).
Background:
For a fee, the Department of Licensing (DOL) issues driver's licenses that are valid for up to six years to every qualifying applicant. The license must include a distinguishing number assigned to the licensee; the name of record; date of birth; photograph; a signature; and if applicable, a veteran's designation.
Summary of Bill:
The DOL must include a designation on a driver's license that the driver is deaf or hard of hearing, if applicable. Any person may apply to obtain a voluntary deaf or hard of hearing designation on their driver's license.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Available.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect on July 1, 2020.