Delaware HB280: Eric's ID Law/Driver's License/Disability

What the bill says

An act to amend title 21 and title 11 of the delaware code relating to driver's license or identification card information.

From the introduced text, January 20, 2026:

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 21 AND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO DRIVER'S LICENSE OR IDENTIFICATION CARD INFORMATION. WHEREAS, "Eric's ID Law" was inspired by the advocacy of Eric Carpenter-Grantham, a young Black autistic man, and his mother, Linda Carpenter-Grantham, who sought to promote understanding, safety, and equitable treatment for individuals with disabilities in interactions with law enforcement; and WHEREAS, "Eric's ID Law" establishes the use of a butterfly symbol above the words "hidden disability" on state driver's licenses and identification cards to provide a discreet, voluntary way for individuals with nonapparent disabilities to communicate their needs and circumstances. NOW, THEREFORE: Section 1. Amend § 2718, Title 21 of the Delaware Code by making deletions as shown by strike through and insertions as shown by underline as follows: § 2718. Information on licenses. (h) The Division of Motor Vehicles (Division) shall provide a method for permitting a person applying for a license or identification card, or for renewal thereof, to have designated thereon that such person has a nonapparent disability. (1) Upon such designation, the Division shall in a manner prescribed by the Division make a suitable notation upon the license or identification card indicating that such person has a disability which may require special attention. (2) At the time a person authorizes the designation to appear …

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Sponsors

• Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D, 1) · primary sponsor
• Debra Heffernan (D, 6)
• Darius Brown (D, 2)
• Kerri Harris (D, 32)
• Alonna Berry (D, 20)
• Stephanie Bolden (D, 2)
• Kendra Johnson (D, 5)
• Larry Lambert (D, 7)
• Eric Morrison (D, 27)
• DeShanna Neal (D, 13)
• Sophie Phillips (D, 18)
• Cyndie Romer (D, 25)

Latest actions

1. May 19, 2026: Tabled in Committee
2. April 30, 2026: Amendment HA 1 to HB 280 - Introduced and Placed With Bill
3. January 20, 2026: Introduced and Assigned to Public Safety & Homeland Security Committee in House

Common questions

What is HB280?

HB280 is a bill in the Delaware Legislature (153rd General Assembly): Eric's ID Law/Driver's License/Disability.

What does HB280 do?

In its own words: An act to amend title 21 and title 11 of the delaware code relating to driver's license or identification card information.

What is the status of HB280?

Failed as of May 19, 2026. Latest action: Tabled in Committee (May 19, 2026).

Who sponsored HB280?

Nnamdi Chukwuocha (D, 1), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB280?

On the Delaware Legislature website: https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142784