Sacramento, California – Senate Bill 805, authored by Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), seeks to address a serious lapse in autism treatment. The current system of care for individuals with autism includes essentially one treatment option for parents seeking the best care for their children. This situation results in far too many families having to pay out of pocket for evidence-based care for a child in need. If passed and signed by the Governor, SB 805 will expand care options and better modernize workforce positions to provide better care. The bill took its first successful step this week by passing the Senate Health Committee.