GA HR1578

Georgia House Resolution 1578 formally recognizes and commends The Asperger Spirit, Inc., a nonprofit organization that assists adults with Asperger's Disorder and High Functioning Autism by providing access to diagnostic tests, innovative treatments, and specialized support

The Asperger Spirit, Inc. operates with an all-volunteer board and staff, providing funding directly to service providers for evidence-based traditional and nontraditional services on behalf of individuals with Asperger's or High Functioning Autism

The resolution highlights that autism prevalence rose from 1 in 150 to 3.3 in 150 between 2002 and 2014, with a child diagnosed every 11 minutes according to the CDC

The resolution notes that most people with Asperger's lack access to valuable services due to prohibitive costs, and the majority of individuals lose eligibility for needed services at age 18

The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to The Asperger Spirit, Inc.