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- Referred to mental health
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Establishes the task force on adults with autism within the office of mental retardation and developmental disabilities
In Senate Committee · Mental Health And Developmental Disabilities · Sponsor John J. Bonacic
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BILL NUMBER:A10029
Title of bill
An act to amend the mental hygiene law, in relation to establishing the task force on adults with autism; and providing for the repeal of such provisions upon expiration thereof
Purpose or general idea of bill
Establishes the task force on adults with autism within the office of mental retardation and developmental disabilities
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. Legislative findings
Section 2. Amends the mental hygiene law adding a new section 13.41 which creates the task force and specifies its composition and duties
Section 3. Effective date
Justification
The legislature has found that autism is a lifelong disa- bility, yet much of the focus on autism spectrum disorders relates to education and development, and neglects concerns that may arise later in a person's life. There is a pressing need for policymakers and advocates in the state to formulate achievable goals for state government to meet in order to better serve the community of adults with autism spectrum disorders. To this end, it is in the public interest to establish a task force on adults with autism to develop a comprehensive plan for meeting the various needs of adults with autism spectrum disorders living in New York.
Legislative history
None
Fiscal implications
Minimal to State
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately and shall expire and be deemed repealed 2 years after such effective date.
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