Handicap placards-health care providers' approval.

Wyoming's SF 23 expands who can approve handicap placards by adding advanced practice registered nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, podiatrists, and optometrists to the list of healthcare providers authorized to issue the required letters for applicants. This directly affects individuals with disabilities needing placards, as they can now seek approval from a wider range of licensed medical professionals. The bill modifies existing law to include these providers in the eligibility criteria, ensuring their letters meet the same requirements as physician approvals. It does not change the placard display rules or expiration process but streamlines the application pathway by broadening provider options. The changes take effect July 1, 2025.