MS SB2127

Directs the Mississippi Department of Education to develop and implement Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) classrooms in school districts statewide, targeting elementary schools.

Requires ASDs classroom teachers to be trained in behavioral supports including applied behavior analysis, with all students receiving a minimum of 30 hours per week of services unless justified otherwise on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Mandates early intervention services for children with autism under age 3 (minimum 25 hours per week for 12 months) and extends eligibility through age 7.

Requires all school personnel instructing children with autism to receive training in behavioral supports, and establishes one autism and behavioral intervention expert per school district by 2012-2013, with one expert per school site within two years.

Includes transitional services for high school and post-high school vocational and job training programs tailored to meet individual needs of teens and adults with autism; effective January 1, 2013.