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OH SB315
Bill
Status
3/15/2022
Primary Sponsor
Tina Maharath
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AI Summary
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Designates April as "Autism Acceptance Month" in Ohio Revised Code section 5.294
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Shifts terminology from "Autism Awareness Month" to "Autism Acceptance Month" to emphasize inclusion and systemic change rather than awareness alone
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Recognizes April 2nd as "Autism Awareness Day" (designated by the United Nations since 2008) and celebrates autistic individuals' contributions to communities
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Cites statistics that one in fifty-four children in the United States are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, totaling over five million young people and adults
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Commits the General Assembly to prioritize policies that remove barriers to employment, housing, transportation, voting access, and long-term services and supports for people with autism and other disabilities
Legislative Description
Designate Autism Acceptance Month
Health and Human Services : Mental Health and Disabilities
Last Action
Refer to Committee: Health
3/16/2022