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KY SR72
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Meredith
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AI Summary
- Designates March 17, 2026, as Profound Autism Day in Kentucky
- Defines profound autism as a condition requiring 24/7 care from an adult caregiver throughout life, often involving severe intellectual disability and minimal or no language
- Cites CDC's April 2023 prevalence study finding that 26.7% of eight-year-old children with autism have profound autism (more than 1 in 4)
- Notes that children with profound autism are more likely to be female, from racial/ethnic minority groups, of low socioeconomic status, born preterm or with low birth weight, and have self-injurious behaviors or seizure disorders
- Directs the Clerk of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Senator Stephen Meredith for delivery
Legislative Description
A RESOLUTION recognizing March 17, 2026, as Profound Autism Day in Kentucky.
Commendations and Recognitions
Last Action
adopted by voice vote
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Floor2/3/2026
Committee on Committees2/2/2026
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