An Act to enhance standards of care for those with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve the standards of care for individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities by increasing the knowledge of medical providers. It seeks to enhance treatment outcomes through better understanding of autism spectrum disorder. The legislation focuses on improving healthcare practices related to this population.
Key provisions
- Requires medical providers to enhance their knowledge of autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Aims to improve treatment approaches for individuals with these conditions.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
- The bill was subsequently referred to the Senate Committee on Health Care Financing.
- The Senate Committee on Ways and Means is currently reviewing the bill.
- Similar legislation, S.1469, was previously introduced.
- The bill was reported favorably by the committee.
- A hearing is scheduled for September 9, 2025.
Who is affected
- Individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Medical providers
- Families of individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to standardize and improve medical care for individuals with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Sponsors
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14 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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