State Laws and Regulations Governing PTs' Ability to Certify Applications for Disability Parking Placards and License Plates

Individual state laws or regulations govern whether physical therapists (PTs) can certify applications for disability placards and license plates.

This map and the key below identify which state laws permit PTs to certify applications, which states do not, and where legislation is pending. Please note that the data below is current as of July 2025.

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