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At The Federal Level:

H.R. 6282, The Helping HANDS for Autism Act of 2008

H.R. 6282 would increase housing, awareness, and navigation demonstration services (HANDS) for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.  The Helping HANDS for Autism Act is a three-part legislative package that includes a program to guide families seeking services and care, increased public awareness and housing for adults with ASD. [Read More]


Latest Major Action: 6/17/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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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H.R. 6282, The Helping HANDS for Autism Act of 2008

H.R. 6282 would increase housing, awareness, and navigation demonstration services (HANDS) for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.  The Helping HANDS for Autism Act is a three-part legislative package that includes a program to guide families seeking services and care, increased public awareness and housing for adults with ASD. [Read More]


Latest Major Action: 6/17/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, 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.


More of What's Happening on the Hill. . . [Read More]


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At The State Level:

Illinois is ranked 48 in services offered for people with developmental disability (2005 State of the States in Developmental Disabilities Report) according to Christopher Kennedy legislative director for the Autism Society of Illinois.

The Prioritization of  Urgency of Needs for Service (PUNS) survey can increase funding by showing Illinois government officials the immediate needs of Illinoisans with developmental disabilities.  Who qualifies for PUNS?  EVERYONE!  The waiting list is available to persons of all ages with a disability that are anticipating a need for funding in the next five years. Who’s on the waiting list and how can I sign up? There are more than 10,000 Illinoisans with developmentally disabilities on the list. According to demographic information, thousands more are eligible. To join the list, contact The Arc of Illinois. How can I identify my needs? Contact: The Arc of Illinois 18207 Dixie Highway, Suite A Homewood, IL 60430 (708) 206-1930 phone (708) 206-1171 fax  www.thearcofil.org tony@thearcofil.org

What else can you do?

  • Show support to IL - HB 2041 - the bill appropriates $52 million which will provide service to people on the waiting list.  Click here for more information.
  • Go to this link and send email to your IL elected representatives today. 
    http://capwiz.com/thearc/issues/?style=D&

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