SJR117 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Bryan Taylor
Republican
Co-Sponsors: Mark Slade Blackwell Hank Sanders Clay Scofield Roger Bedford, Jr.Gerald O. Dial Bobby D. Singleton Dick Brewbaker Paul Bussman Linda Coleman-Madison Jerry L. Fielding Del Marsh Cam Ward Vivian Davis Figures Priscilla Dunn Bill Holtzclaw Paul Sanford Scott Beason Rusty Glover Jimmy Holley Tammy Irons Shadrack McGill William “Bill” M. Beasley Bill Hightower George M. “Marc” Keahey Greg J. Reed Harri Anne Smith J.T. Waggoner Tom Whatley Phillip W. Williams Gerald H. Allen Arthur Orr Trip Pittman Quinton Ross Rodger Smitherman
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Interagency Autism Coordinating Council urged to include neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly Rett Syndrome, within scope of mission
Summary: SJR117 urges the Alabama Interagency Autism Coordinating Council to include neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly Rett Syndrome, within its mission.
What This Bill Does
This non-binding resolution asks the Interagency Autism Coordinating Council to broaden its focus to include neurodevelopmental disorders beyond autism. It explains that Rett Syndrome and similar disorders share features and treatments with autism and are sometimes misdiagnosed. It suggests that coordinating resources, research, care, and long-term planning across these conditions could benefit those affected.

Who It Affects
Individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders (especially Rett Syndrome) and their families, who could gain access to expanded support and coordinated resources under the council's broader mission.
The Alabama Interagency Autism Coordinating Council and related state agencies, which would be encouraged to consider and address neurodevelopmental disorders in addition to autism.

Key Provisions
Urges the Alabama Interagency Autism Coordinating Council to include assistance to individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders within the scope of its mission.
Specifically highlights Rett Syndrome as a neurodevelopmental disorder to be addressed within the council's scope.
Notes that neurodevelopmental disorders share characteristics and treatments with autism, are often misdiagnosed, and that shared resources and programs could benefit all involved.
Acknowledges that research, care resources, and long-term planning for these conditions can be coordinated for mutual benefit.

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Subjects: Resolutions, Legislative