Recognizing the importance of autism awareness, 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.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 May 2009): Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
What this bill does
This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 96, would have Congress recognize the importance of autism awareness. It would express support for increasing federal funding for research into the causes and treatment of autism. The resolution also calls for improved training and support for individuals with autism and their caregivers. It specifically mentions supporting existing commitments to help states fund special education for children with disabilities and to fund services for eligible individuals through Medicaid.
The resolution aims to highlight the need for early intervention services for children diagnosed with autism, recognizing that such interventions can improve outcomes and potentially reduce long-term service needs. It also acknowledges a shortage of trained professionals and emphasizes the importance of tailored worker training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. The bill expresses a desire for individuals with autism to have the opportunity to lead rewarding lives and joins in global efforts to promote autism awareness.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2009, this concurrent resolution was referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature and is primarily a statement of congressional opinion or sentiment.
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Official summary
Commends the parents and relatives of individuals with autism for their sacrifice and dedication in providing for the special needs of individuals with autism. Expresses support for: (1) increasing federal funding for research; (2) the federal government's commitment to provide states with 40% of the costs needed to educate children with disabilities; and (3) the government's commitment to fund services through Medicaid to eligible autistic individuals.
Recognizes: (1) the need to begin early intervention services soon after a child has been diagnosed; (2) that individuals with autism should have the opportunity to lead rewarding lives; (3) the shortage of appropriately trained professionals; and (4) the importance of worker training programs tailored to the needs of developmentally disabled persons.
Joins with members of the United Nations in promoting awareness of autism spectrum disorders in all regions of the world.
Timeline
14 May 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 96 do?
- This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 96, would have Congress recognize the importance of autism awareness. It would express support for increasing federal funding for research into the causes and treatment of autism. The resolution also calls for improved training and support for individuals with autism and their caregivers. It specifically mentions supporting existing commitments to help states fund special education for children with disabilities and to fund services for eligible individuals through Medicaid. The resolution aims to highlight the need for early intervention services for children diagnosed with autism, recognizing that such interventions can improve outcomes and potentially reduce long-term service needs. It also acknowledges a shortage of trained professionals and emphasizes the importance of tailored worker training programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. The bill expresses a desire for individuals with autism to have the opportunity to lead rewarding lives and joins in global efforts to promote autism awareness. Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2009, this concurrent resolution was referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature and is primarily a statement of congressional opinion or sentiment.
- Has H.Con.Res. 96 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 96. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 96?
- H.Con.Res. 96 was sponsored by Rep. Doyle, Michael F. [D-PA-14] (D-PA), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 96?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. (14 May 2009).
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