TX HHS Form 3955. Application for Driver Identification Visor Card

The TX HHS Form 3955, Application for Driver Identification Visor Card, is a crucial document for deaf or hard of hearing individuals who hold a valid Texas driver's license. This form helps solve the problem of communication barriers during traffic stops by providing a visual identification system that alerts law enforcement to the individual's hearing impairment.

The application requires essential information from the applicant, including their name, date of birth, and contact details. Additionally, it asks for the type of visor card needed, which can be either for drivers who are deaf or use sign language, or those with a hearing loss. The form also includes a section for certification by a licensed physician, audiologist, or advanced practice registered nurse to verify the applicant's hearing impairment.

To complete the application, applicants must attach a copy of their valid Texas driver's license and provide original signatures. Once submitted, the application will be processed within 20 business days. The form is valid until August 31, 2024. Key points to note include:

• The application is only for Texas residents who hold a valid state-issued driver's license.
• A licensed physician, audiologist, or advanced practice registered nurse must certify the applicant's hearing impairment if their license does not show restriction "S."
• Original signatures are required on all sections of the application.