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S149Introduced in the Senate

To enhance standards of care for those with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities

IntroducedSenate Ways and Means

Introduced by Jason Lewis, District 05-MID

What does this bill do?

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Official description

For legislation to increase current medical providers' knowledge about autism in order to improve treatment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Where it stands

Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

April 2, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Referred to the Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities

  2. House concurred

  3. Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-2

  4. Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing

  5. Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026

  6. Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

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