Welcome to the Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders

The Senate Autism Committee has been established in order to promote policies and legislations to better assist individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families.

The Committee is focused on addressing four important issues that are related to this disorder: that children are evaluated and treated at an early age; that private health plans are doing their fair share to provide medically necessary services; access to adequate employment opportunities; the development and expansion of appropriate and affordable housing.

The Senators who comprise this Committee have appointed 12 Autism Regional Taskforces that consist of consumers, families, advocates and autism experts. These Taskforces, which represent some of the foremost leaders in the field of ASD, are working with the Committee to provide recommendations that will improve the outcomes for individuals with ASD, and their families, during the current economic crisis.

The Senate Select Committee on Autism and the Regional Autism Taskforces appreciate your interest and hope that this website is helpful. We welcome your input and recommendations. Together we can bring hope and opportunity to many of our families, friends, and neighbors who are facing the challenges of ASD.

Here is a personal welcome from our Chairman, Senator Darrell Steinberg.

Committee Member Roster

Committee Contact Information

Chief Consultant: Louis A. Vismara, M.D.
Consultant: Concepcion Tadeo Phone: (916) 651-4189
Room: State Capitol, Room 415