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Read. Follow. Verify.Missouri House Bill 1891 Adds Occupational Therapists to Authorize Disabled Parking Permits
Last action · May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Sponsor: Wendy Hausman
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What This Bill Would Do
Representative Wendy L. Hausman introduced HB 1891 to authorize licensed occupational therapists to sign s required for obtaining disabled license plates and s in Missouri. The bill modifies section 301.142, RSMo, adding occupational therapists alongside other practitioners who can certify qualifying physical disabilities within their scope of practice.
Expands the pool of licensed medical professionals who can certify patient applications for disabled parking placards and license plates, potentially altering access timelines for individuals with mobility impairments.
- House Bill 1891 was introduced during the 2026 Regular Session of the Missouri General Assembly by Representative Wendy L. Hausman. context
- Section 301.142, RSMo, governs the issuance, renewal, and regulation of disabled person motor vehicle license plates and windshield hanging placards in Missouri. context
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
Physically disabled persons
Individuals applying for or renewing disabled license plates and placards will be able to obtain required medical statements from licensed occupational therapists.
Occupational therapists
Licensed occupational therapists gain statutory authority to furnish physician's statements for conditions within their legal scope of practice.
Department of Revenue
The department must coordinate with the state board of occupational therapy to verify licensing and retain additional statements and documents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which new health care practitioners are authorized to sign physician's statements under this bill?
Are individuals aged 75 or older required to provide a new physician's statement for placard renewal?
What is the penalty for a practitioner who issues a certificate for a condition outside their scope of practice?
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
4 actions- May 15, 2026HouseCommitteeReferred: Emerging Issues(H)
- Jan 8, 2026HouseFloorRead Second Time (H)
- Jan 7, 2026HouseIntroducedRead First Time (H)
- Dec 1, 2025HouseIntroducedPrefiled (H)
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Expansion of Healthcare Certifiers
The bill broadens medical authorization powers from traditional physicians and select specialists to include occupational therapists.
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