Congress·In Committee·H.R. 6908
Blue Envelope Awareness Act
Congress moves to allow federal safety grants for “blue envelope” disability programs in traffic stops
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- Congress would let states and cities use certain federal public safety grants for “blue envelope” programs.
- These programs give people with speech, hearing, or developmental disabilities a blue envelope to keep disability documents handy for traffic stops.
- The goal is to help drivers share important information quickly and calmly with an officer, especially if communication is hard in the moment.
- The bill also supports training for law enforcement on how to interact with people who have these disabilities during traffic stops.
- If enacted, it could make traffic stops less confusing and safer for both drivers and officers, depending on whether local agencies choose to use the funds this way.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
How this policy affects specific groups of people
Positive Impacts(3)
Milestones
2 milestones2 actions
Dec 18, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Dec 18, 2025
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Blue Envelope Awareness Act
Bill NumberHR 6908
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Data Sources
Sponsor
Cosponsors
(7)D: 4R: 3
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