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Expressing support for designation of April 2009 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to devote new resources to 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.

Introduced: April 21, 2009 See on congress.gov

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May 21, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.

Apr 22, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Apr 21, 2009

Referred to House Education and Labor

Apr 21, 2009

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Apr 21, 2009

Referred to House Energy and Commerce

Apr 21, 2009

Introduced in House

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Expresses support for: (1) designation of a National Autism Awareness Month; and (2) devoting new resources to researching the root causes of autism, identifying the best methods of early intervention and treatment, expanding programs for individuals with autism, and promoting understanding of their special needs.

Commends parents and relatives for providing for the special needs of children with autism.

Stresses the need to begin early intervention services.

Recognizes: (1) the shortage of appropriately trained teachers to teach, assist, and respond to special needs students; and (2) the importance of worker training programs tailored to the needs of developmentally disabled persons.

What's happening now May 21, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.

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