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HB5225 - 104th General Assembly
AUTISM SPECTRUM-DIAGNOSIS
Last Action
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
225 ILCS 110/3from Ch. 111, par. 7903
225 ILCS 110/8.4 new
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act. Allows a speech-language pathologist to diagnose autism spectrum disorders if: (1) the child is under 3 years of age; and (2) the speech-language pathologist is trained in autism diagnostic evaluation methods as part of the curriculum of an approved program, through worksite training, or through continuing education. Provides that if a diagnosis requires a plan of care that includes elements that are outside the scope of practice of a speech-language pathologist, the speech-language pathologist must refer the patient to the appropriate medical personnel for further evaluation or management. Makes conforming changes in the Medical Assistance Article of the Illinois Public Aid Code, and provisions of the Illinois Insurance Code concerning autism spectrum disorders. Effective July 1, 2027.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/05/2026 | House | Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Natalie A. Manley |
| 2/10/2026 | House | First Reading |
| 2/10/2026 | House | Referred to Rules Committee |
| 3/04/2026 | House | Assigned to Health Care Licenses Committee |
| 3/04/2026 | House | House Committee Amendment No. 1 Filed with Clerk by Rep. Natalie A. Manley |
| 3/04/2026 | House | House Committee Amendment No. 1 Referred to Rules Committee |