Autism Spectrum Disorder Bill 2017

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• Requires government to develop and implement a coordinated Autism Spectrum Disorder Strategy across all relevant departments and agencies.
• Bill lapsed in 2017 without becoming law. Did not specify funding, timelines, or measurable outcomes for the strategy.
• Would have mandated cross-departmental cooperation on ASD services, but practical impact and scope details are unclear from title alone.

Stage timeline

1. First Stage 25th Seanad

   10 May 2017
2. Second Stage 25th Seanad

   10 May 2017
3. Committee Stage 25th Seanad

   12 Jul 2017
4. Report Stage 25th Seanad

   12 Jul 2017
5. Fifth Stage 25th Seanad

   12 Jul 2017
6. Second Stage 32nd Dáil

   12 Jul 2017