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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to terminology associated with autism; amending s. 393.063, F.S.; revising the definition of the term “autism”; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida Statute 393.063 to update the definition of "autism" by including "autism spectrum disorder" and specifying that the condition is defined by the most recent edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) published by the American Psychiatric Association, replacing the previous, more descriptive definition. The DSM is a widely recognized handbook used by mental health professionals to diagnose and classify mental disorders. This change aims to align the state's legal definition with current medical and psychological understanding of autism, and it will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1652 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1652/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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