HB 1111 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to a study on the provision of applied behavior analysis services to children with autism under Medicaid and other public benefits programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Interim Studies | MEDICAID
HB 3233 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey
Relating to additional requirements for individualized education programs developed for children with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
HB 4505 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4506 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 5014 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM MEDICAID SERVICES PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 5020 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Committee to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 55 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: González, Mary
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Interim Studies
SB 1795 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to additional requirements for individualized education programs developed for children with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 2176 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2177 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Committee to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 2178 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM MEDICAID SERVICES PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1 88-4 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.
Relating to primary and secondary education, including the certification, compensation, and health coverage of certain public school employees, the public school finance system, special education in public schools, the establishment of an education savings account program, measures to support the education of public school students that include certain educational grant programs, reading instruction, and early childhood education, the provision of virtual education, and public school accountability.
House: Educational Opportunity & Enrichment, Select
Recommitted to committee
| ASSESSMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Bilingual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Property & Casualty | INTERNET | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | LITERACY | Military & Veterans | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Retirement Systems--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Taxation--School District
HB 2984 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4058 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a study on the provision of applied behavior analysis services to children with autism under Medicaid and other public benefits programs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | MEDICAID
HB 4080 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to issuance of autism awareness specialty license plates.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSE PLATES | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 54 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: Higher Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
HB 348 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to a salary bonus for a public school teacher who completes certain autism training.
House: Public Education
No action taken in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 1386 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to training and development activities for persons who may interact with an individual with autism or other pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3612 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to a study and report by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board regarding best practices for assisting students with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1452 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to designation of autism innovation zones by the commissioner of education.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
HB 23 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1008 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a study on early detection and early intervention in cases of children with autism spectrum disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1434 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 1928 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to content requirements for an individualized education program developed for a public school student with autism or another pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
HB 3244 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to a salary bonus for a public school teacher who completes certain autism training.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 4044 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the application of discipline to certain students with autism or another pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Public Education
Withdrawn from schedule
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 545 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to information regarding autism spectrum disorders.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 853 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 21 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to public school finance, including funding for the recruitment and retention of teachers and the support of participants in the public school employees group insurance program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
See remarks for effective date
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND | PUBLIC SCHOOL FINANCE, TEXAS COMMISSION ON
HB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 340 85-1 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to a salary bonus for a public school teacher who completes certain autism training.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Salaries & Expenses
HB 3282 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the coordination of, communication of best practices concerning, and collection of information pertaining to the provision of evidence-based behavioral services for students with autism spectrum disorder in this state.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 3317 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sanford, Scott
Relating to continuing education requirements regarding autism awareness for peace officers.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select
No action taken in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3574 84-0 (2015)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a study on early detection and early intervention in cases of children with autism spectrum disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3986 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron
Relating to coverage by certain health benefit plans for certain services prescribed to treat autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1119 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a pilot project to evaluate the use of telepractice to provide certain services to children and adults with an autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELECOMMUTING | TELEMEDICINE
HB 3276 83-0 (2013)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the coverage by certain health benefit plans for the screening and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 519 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the definition of autism and other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 710 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 813 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1484 83-0 (2013)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1321 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1744 82-0 (2011)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3557 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 87 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to professional development institutes regarding education of students with disabilities to serve as a resource for public school teachers and paraprofessionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers
SB 169 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans offered to state employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety | State Employees
SB 440 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 441 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1871 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Relating to a contracted services program for certain students with a severe pervasive developmental disorder or a severe intellectual disability.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 451 81-0 (2009)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1574 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to services for persons with autism and other pervasive developmental disorders and their families.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1847 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a requirement that certain health benefit plans cover certain mental disorders.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1905 81-0 (2009)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to studying the costs and benefits of a pilot program for services for adults with autism and other related disabilities with similar support needs.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 1217 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the creation of an autism program to provide services to children with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 1301 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers
SB 1302 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers
SB 1577 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to excused absences from public school attendance for a student diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder to attend a health care appointment.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance
SB 2114 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to studying the costs and benefits of a pilot program for employment and community integration services for adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--Disabled Persons | Labor--Workforce Development
SB 2204 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the enhancement of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder and training and support for educators who serve students with autism.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers
SB 2393 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of a statewide autism spectrum disorders resource program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1224 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 1919 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, ToddSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment for certain brain injuries and serious mental illnesses.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1984 80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a statewide autism spectrum disorders resource center.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 3540 80-0 (2007)
Author: Garcia, Juan | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HR 1267 80-0 (2007)
Author: Farias, Joe
Requesting that the Texas Education Agency apply for federal funds for a resource center to train school personnel working with students with autism.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 419 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, John
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees with autism spectrum disorder.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 1000 80-0 (2007)
Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Relating to the accessibility of services for certain students with autism or autism spectrum disorder and to the training of and support for educators serving students with autism.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 1049 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Patrick, Diane
Relating to the availability of online information relating to research-based programs and best practices regarding the instruction of students with autism and autism-related disorders in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 1342 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the establishment of an autism spectrum disorders specialist certificate for public school teachers.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1585 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the creation of a statewide autism spectrum disorders resource program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1100 79-0 (2005)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to a review of the rule concerning the content of individualized education programs for students with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 124 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to educational programs for students with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
SB 208 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for an enrollee with certain mental disorders, including autism or another pervasive developmental disorder.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1543 78-0 (2003)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for an enrollee with autism and pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 563 78-0 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for an enrollee with autism or a pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 35 78-1 (2003)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for an enrollee with autism or a pervasive developmental disorder.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Insurance--Health & Accident
SR 139 70-2 (1987)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Establishing an interim study committee to study the prevention of mental and developmental disabilities and to develop a comprehensive plan for prevention.
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HCR 99 69-0 (1985)
Author: Smith, AshleySponsor: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Directing the Central Education Agency to study educational needs of high-functioning students with autism.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 169 69-0 (1985)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Directing the Central Education Agency to study the educational needs of high-functioning students with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Public Education
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 66 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to adopting the definition of autism and other pervasive developmental disorders as stated in the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | HUMAN RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 67 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to developing rules ensuring the coordination of identification, diagnosis, referral, evaluation, training, and education within a continuum of services to persons with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 68 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Requiring Individual Educational Plans for students with autism or other pervasive development disorders.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 69 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to developing a written plan and interagency agreement addressing vocational training program standards, vocational program evaluation guidelines, and a continuum of vocational services for persons having autism.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | REHABILITATION COMMISSION | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 70 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to developing state licensing standards for residential facilities serving adult persons having autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 71 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Directing the Central Education Agency and the Department of MHMR to develop jointly training program standards and curriculum guidelines for families whose relatives have autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION AGENCY, CENTRAL | Education--General | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 72 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Supporting the concept of respite care services for persons with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders; and relating to extending respite care services within all of existing respite care programs to persons with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HUMAN RESOURCES, TEXAS DEPT. OF | MENTAL HEALTH & MENTAL RETARDATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 98 68-0 (1983)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Madla, Frank
Establishing an interagency Autism Task Force; directing the Task force to provide a written status report to the legislature no later than June 1, 1984; and directing the Task Force to submit a formal report to the Legislature by December 1, 1984.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM TASK FORCE | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HCR 198 67-0 (1981)
Author: Gonzales, Arnold
Creating a joint interim committee to study the needs of autistic citizens.
House: Health Services
Referred to Committee on Health Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Interim Studies | Legislature | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SCR 100 67-0 (1981)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Gonzales, Arnold
Creating a joint interim committee to study needs of autistic children.
House: Human Services Senate: Human Resources
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Interim Studies | Legislature | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HB 367 63-0 (1973)
Author: Adams, Herman | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of autistic children within definition of "exceptional children" for purposes of the minimum foundation school program.
House: Education Senate: Education
Signed by the Governor
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special
