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Lifetime PWD ID validity for permanently disabled pushed
A House bill has been filed to grant lifetime validity to the PWD IDs, aiming to remove the repetitive renewal process for individuals with permanent disabilities.
House Bill 6306, filed by Rep. Brian Yamsuan, seeks to amend the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability to eliminate the need for re-issuing medical certificates and paying renewal fees.
The proposed legislation argues that the current five-year renewal period is an unnecessary burden for those with permanent conditions.
If passed, the bill would make PWD IDs valid for life without charge, provided the permanent disability is certified and verified by relevant local offices.
Yamsuan highlighted that the current renewal process can be particularly difficult for PWDs with limited mobility or those living far from renewal centers, contradicting the law's intent to promote accessibility.
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