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KTSM+ at 4: Las Cruces Police launches autism 'hero' bag initiative

Las Cruces police officers are now arming themselves with "Hero" bags for people with autism. Las Cruces Police Department ...

Georgia House passes bill mandating police training, creating license plates for people with autism

The Georgia House unanimously passed Senate Bill 433 on Wednesday, also known as “Rio’s Law.” The bill would create license ...

Bloomington Police Department supports drivers with autism through ‘Blue Envelope Program’

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — A new tool was added to the Bloomington Police Department’s disposal on Monday. The agency hopes the tool ...
The Valdosta Daily Times

‘Rio’s Law’ passes to help police confrontations with Georgians with autism

When police pull over someone with autism, those stops can quickly escalate into confrontations because of miscommunications and stress.
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Albany PD Chief stresses autism awareness after missing boy is found dead in a pond

Albany Police Chief Michael Persley said one of the best ways the community can help prevent similar tragedies is by ...
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Belchertown expands tools to support Blue Envelope Program for drivers with autism

The Belchertown Police Department is expanding resources available to residents as part of an initiative to improve ...

Omaha police search for missing man with autism

Omaha police are searching for a missing man with autism.