Sec. 114.013. COORDINATION OF RESOURCES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS. (a) The commission shall coordinate resources for individuals with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders and their families. In coordinating those resources, the commission shall consult with appropriate state agencies.
(b) As part of coordinating resources under Subsection (a), the commission shall:
(1) collect and distribute information and research regarding autism and other pervasive developmental disorders;
(2) conduct training and development activities for persons who may interact with an individual with autism or another pervasive developmental disorder in the course of their employment, including school, medical, or law enforcement personnel;
(3) coordinate with local entities that provide services to an individual with autism or another pervasive developmental disorder; and
(4) provide support for families affected by autism and other pervasive developmental disorders.
Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 177 (H.B. 1574), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 837 (S.B. 200), Sec. 1.22(g), eff. September 1, 2015.
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