Parents and caregivers of individuals who have autism are invited to testify about the issues they face, including the availability and effectiveness of services, treatment and therapy.

During the 2008 Legislative Session the Minnesota Senate passed a Senate Resolution which led to the creation of the Minnesota Autism Task Force made up of individuals designated by both the Senate and the governor.

Parents and other caregivers of children on the autism spectrum are invited to attend the first public forum scheduled for Nov. 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Room 123 of the State Capitol Building in St. Paul. To provide input in advance, or for those who cannot attend, parents and caregivers are urged to contact the Autism Task Force directly at AutismTaskForce@senate.mn.