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California Senate adopts resolution recognizing March 17 as Profound Autism Day
Summary
The California State Senate unanimously adopted SR 89 to recognize March 17, 2026 as Profound Autism Day and called for expanded research and services for people with profound autism, citing gaps in clinical research and the need for lifelong supports.
The California State Senate voted to adopt Senate Resolution 89 recognizing March 17, 2026, as Profound Autism Day and urging increased inclusion of people with profound autism in research and services.
Senator Alvarado Gill, the resolution’s author, told colleagues the Lancet Commission’s designation for “profound autism” describes individuals who require 24‑hour care and emphasized that clinical research has largely overlooked this group. "Profound autism demands specialized lifelong support—from safe residential options…
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