Parker proposes legislation in honor of Autism Awareness Month
State Sen. Kevin Parker introduced legislation this session in support of Autism Awareness Month, according to a release from his office. Since being elected to office in 2002, the Brooklyn senator has proudly joined advocates during April’s Autism Awareness Month to increase awareness of the disorder and tolerance of those affected by it. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 1 in 68 children born in the U.S. today will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
“New York state has to work closely with the Department of Health to fully monitor autism cases and begin tracking possible causes so we can combat this disorder,” said Parker. “In addition, we have to work together to keep community members informed about the disorder thereby increasing tolerance, while providing more resources and laws that work to improve the quality of life for those affected.”
The package of potential laws being advocated by Parker this Legislative Session includes — but is not limited to — the following 10 bills:
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