AURORA | Aurora police are rolling out a new project they say can ease interactions between law enforcement and people with disabilities when they are approached by an officer.

The Blue Envelope Program was created in 2020 by Connecticut police and highway officials. It was launched this week in Aurora as a free tool designed to support safer, more inclusive communication during traffic stops, the department said in a statement.

The program is free, voluntary and open to anyone, but police say it may be especially useful for people with disabilities, individuals who are non-verbal or have limited speech, and those who struggle with communication in high-stress situations.

Participants receive a specially-designed envelope to keep in their vehicle. Inside, they can store a driver’s lice

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