Modifies provisions relating to the issuance and renewal of license plates and placards for persons with disabilities

HB 1708 modifies Missouri's rules for disability license plates and windshield placards. It clarifies who qualifies as "physically disabled" (e.g., inability to walk 50+ feet without rest, needing assistive devices, or specific medical conditions like severe respiratory or cardiac issues), explicitly stating age alone does not qualify. The bill allows certain healthcare providers (like nurses, physical therapists, and doctors) to issue physician's statements verifying disability, which must include diagnosis details, license numbers, and expiration dates for temporary placards (max 180 days). It also requires providers to maintain documentation for licensing board review and specifies that permanent placards require permanent disability certification. The bill does not change fees for these plates but updates application requirements for eligible residents.