Giannoulias Launches Disability Parking Placard Pilot As New Law Expands Access for Caregivers
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Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias has launched a pilot program expanding in-person disability parking placard services to 14 additional facilities to support a new law that grants meter-exempt parking benefits to legal guardians caring for individuals with disabilities. This initiative addresses a previous gap by allowing caregivers who transport disabled passengers to apply for placards directly at designated locations, significantly reducing processing times compared to the prior mail-only system. The measure aims to provide meaningful relief for families while modernizing accessibility services across the state.
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