‘Blue Envelopes’ Seek to Reduce Washington Traffic Stop Risks for Neurodivergent Drivers

‘Blue envelopes’ seek to reduce Washington traffic stop risks for neurodivergent drivers

Washington is establishing a program to improve communication between neurodivergent people and police during stops.

‘Blue envelopes’ seek to reduce WA traffic stop risks for neurodivergent drivers

Traffic stops can be anxiety-inducing encounters, especially for people with autism.

Washington State to Launch Blue Envelope Program for Drivers with Autism and Other Conditions

OLYMPIA, WA – Traffic stops can be anxiety-inducing encounters, especially for people with autism. To address this, Washington is establishing a program to improve communication between neurodivergent people and police during stops. Under a new law Gov. Bob Ferguson signed last week, the state Department of Licensing needs to establish the “Blue Envelope” program. On the envelope must be printed tips for both the officer and the driver for such …