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HR4636 • 2026

Profound autism

Highlighting profound autism.

Passed Legislature

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Sponsor
Representative Zahn, Representative Thomas, Representative Penner, Representative Ryu, Representative Dufault, Representative Leavitt, Representative Bronoske, Representative Donaghy, Representative Taylor, Representative Stuebe, Representative Parshley, Representative Dent, Representative Obras, Representative Thai, Representative Jacobsen, Representative Eslick, Representative Burnett, Representative Salahuddin, Representative Pollet
Last action
2025-03-13
Official status
H Adopted
Effective date
Not listed

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Profound autism

Profound autism

What This Bill Does

  • Profound autism

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Bill History

  1. 2025-03-13 House

    Adopted.

Official Summary Text

Profound autism

Current Bill Text

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WHEREAS, Profound autism is a subtype of autism spectrum disorder 1
(ASD), characterized by a severe intellectual disability and 2
significant difficulties with communication; and 3
WHEREAS, While the entire spectrum deserves recognition and 4
support, profound autism is a term intended to provide clarification 5
about autistic people who require 24/7 care throughout their lives; 6
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WHEREAS, According to the Centers for Disease Control and 8
Prevention, 1 in 36 children in the United States are diagnosed with 9
ASD, and approximately 1 in 4 children diagnosed with ASD have 10
profound autism; and 11
WHEREAS, Profound autism is often a disorder with significant 12
unmet patient needs; and 13
WHEREAS, Individuals with profound autism often face unique 14
challenges, including higher rates of self-injurious behaviors, 15
seizure disorders, and lower adaptive functioning, necessitating 16
specialized services and interventions; and 17
WHEREAS, People with profound autism consistently experience 18
unique and often unseen challenges that require solutions, not only 19
for them but for their caregivers; and 20
WHEREAS, Public campaigns to highlight profound autism provide an 21
opportunity to increase awareness and further educate the public 22
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2025-4636 , by Representatives Zahn, Thomas, Penner, Ryu,
Dufault, Leavitt, Bronoske, Donaghy, Taylor, Stuebe, Parshley, Dent, Obras, Thai,
Jacobsen, Eslick, Burnett, Salahuddin, and Pollet
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about autism and to promote understanding, acceptance, and support 1
for individuals with profound autism and their families;2
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State House 3
of Representatives commend those serving and supporting individuals 4
with profound autism as they convene on March 17, 2025, to highlight 5
and educate others about profound autism and encourage Washingtonians 6
to learn more about profound autism. 7
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I hereby certify this to be a true and correct copy of9
Resolution 4636 adopted by the House of Representatives10
March 13, 2025 11
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__________________________ 16
Bernard Dean, Chief Clerk 17
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