Bill > SB69

This bill establishes an Autism Spectrum Disorder Trust Fund and allows individuals to contribute to it through their state income tax refunds starting with the 2026 tax year, by simply checking a box on their tax form, which will reduce their refund by the amount designated. The bill mandates that the state's Department of Revenue will then transfer these designated funds to the newly created trust fund, which will be administered by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services and specifically managed by the Advisory Council on Autism Spectrum Disorders. The trust fund's purpose is to support autism spectrum disorder research and services for Kentuckians, with unspent funds carrying over to the next fiscal year, and the Advisory Council is tasked with developing a plan for fund usage, administering a competitive grant program for eligible organizations, and submitting an annual report to the Governor and Legislative Research Commission detailing fund usage and recommendations. The bill also includes an emergency clause, meaning it takes effect immediately upon its passage and approval, to ensure prompt access to autism research and services.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/sb69.html