Recognizing the importance of increasing awareness of autism, supporting programs for increased research and improved treatment of autism, improving training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism, and for other purposes.

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Introduced

22 April 2004

Last action

5 May 2004 · Floor

Status

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Summary

Supports the designation of a National Autism Awareness Month. Recognizes and commends the parents and relatives of children with autism for their sacrifice and dedication in providing for the special needs of children with autism and for absorbing significant financial costs for specialized education and support services. Supports the goal of increasing Federal funding for aggressive research to: (1) determine causes of autism; (2) identify the best methods of early intervention and treatment; (3) expand programs for individuals with autism across their lifespan; and (4) promote understanding of the special needs of individuals with autism. Commends the Department of Health and Human Services for the implementation of the Children's Health Act of 2000, particularly for establishing four centers of excellence at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to study the epidemiology of autism and related disorders and proposing centers of excellence at the National Institutes of Health for autism research. Stresses the need to begin early intervention services soon after an individual has been diagnosed with autism, noting that early intervention strategies are the primary therapeutic options for individuals with autism and early intervention significantly improves outcomes for individuals with autism and can reduce the level of funding and services needed later in life. Supports fulfilling the Federal Government's nearly 30-year-old commitment to provide States with part of the costs needed to educate children with disabilities under part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act by funding the maximum 40 percent of such costs. Recognizes the: (1) shortage of appropriately trained teachers who have the skills and support necessary to teach, assist, and respond to special needs students, including those students with autism; and (2) importance of worker training programs that meet the needs of developmentally disabled individuals, including those individuals with autism. Notes that people with autism can be, and are, productive members of the workforce if they are given appropriate support, training, and early intervention services.

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Timeline

22 April 2004
Introduced
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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22 April 2004
Introduced
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Source: IntroReferral
22 April 2004
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
22 April 2004
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
23 April 2004
Referred
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Source: Committee
5 May 2004
Passed
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Vote
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 146). (text: CR H2593)
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 146).(text: CR H2593)
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Floor
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2593-2598)
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Vote
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Floor
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 605.
Source: Floor
5 May 2004
Floor
Mr. Bilirakis moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Source: Floor

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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/605
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