The Corning Police Department has partnered with the New York State Sheriffs Association to offer the Blue Envelope Program, an initiative designed to improve communication and promote safer interactions between law enforcement officers and drivers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

The program provides drivers with a blue envelope to store important documents, including a driver's license, registration, and insurance card. The envelope serves as a visual indicator that the driver may have autism and could benefit from clear, concise communication during a traffic stop. The program helps reduce anxiety for drivers while providing officers with information that can lead to safer and more effective interactions.

The Corning Police Department is committed to supporting individuals with autism and enhancing community safety through programs that foster understanding, inclusion, and positive police-community relations.

Residents interested in obtaining a blue envelope can pick one up at the Corning Police Department. Participation in the program is voluntary and confidential. The Corning Police Dept. does not maintain a record of participants.