Workforce Challenges & DDS Waiver Services Analysis
Peer States: Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force (1 of 2)
Among identified peer states, only Iowa & Minnesota has an active Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force (ASDTF). Other states have used time limited task forces to
advise to the state on needs and recommend strategy for supporting people with autism.
Peer States
North Dakota
Idaho
Iowa
Kansas
Minnesota
Status of Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force or Council
Active Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force (ASDTF)
No ASDTF
Active 13-member Autism Council within the Department of Education. Responsibilities include offering advice, consultation, and
recommendations to the Governor and the lowa legislature regarding matters concerning the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) population.
The mission of the Council is to identify the needs of and make recommendations for improving and enhancing the lives of individuals and
families living with ASD. The vision of this group is that individuals and families living with ASD have a comprehensive coordinated system
for diagnosis, treatment, and support so that individuals grow to live productive, integrated lives in communities they choose.
Kansas Autism Task Force sunsetted in 2018, after developing a report that included goals, challenges and proposed recommendations,
including expanding the number of children served under the autism waiver and a health insurance mandate for autism.
ASDTF sunsetted in 2015, after developing a statewide strategic plan on improving awareness, early diagnosis, and intervention and on
ensuring delivery of treatment and services for individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, including the coordination and
accessibility of cost-effective treatments and services throughout the individual's lifetime.
In 2018, the legislature established an Autism Council to provide a consensus-driven venue to review and propose improved autism.
spectrum policy and program priorities to benefit the lives of individuals with autism and their families. Special focus issues will be education,
housing, employment, workforce needs, services, and community integration.
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