A resolution designating April 2008 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to increase funding for research into the causes and treatment of autism and to improve training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Mar 13, 2008)
Designates April 2008 as National Autism Awareness Month. Expresses support for increasing federal funding for autism research.
Stresses the need to begin early intervention services soon after an individual has been diagnosed with autism.
Expresses support for the federal government funding 40% of the costs needed to educate children with disabilities.
Recognizes the shortage of appropriately trained teachers and the importance of worker training programs that meet the needs of developmentally disabled individuals.
What just happenedMar 13, 2008
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/14/2008 S2163)
Who’s behind it
- Mar 13, 2008IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/14/2008 S2163)
Judiciary Committee - Mar 13, 2008IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate