The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 18, seeks to allocate a sum of five million dollars to the Department of Social Services from the General Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. This funding is specifically designated for the Autism Spectrum Disorder waiver program, which aims to provide essential services for individuals with autism.

The primary purpose of this bill is to increase financial support for the Autism Spectrum Disorder waiver program in order to address and alleviate the lengthy waitlist that currently exists for these services. By enhancing funding, the bill intends to improve access to necessary resources for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.