Texas HB3096 designates March 17 as Profound Autism Awareness Day to raise awareness about profound autism.

Texas HB3096 amends the Government Code to establish March 17 as Profound Autism Awareness Day. This day aims to raise awareness about profound autism, a condition that often requires continuous care from an adult caregiver throughout the individual's life. People with profound autism may have severe intellectual disabilities, difficulty speaking, or an inability to speak, and are frequently excluded from research and support programs due to their unique needs.

Texas HB3096 designates March 17 as Profound Autism Awareness Day to raise awareness about profound autism.

Texas HB3096 amends the Government Code to establish March 17 as Profound Autism Awareness Day. This day aims to raise awareness about profound autism, a condition that often requires continuous care from an adult caregiver throughout the individual's life. People with profound autism may have severe intellectual disabilities, difficulty speaking, or an inability to speak, and are frequently excluded from research and support programs due to their unique needs.