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The Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force examines early intervention and family support services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders to help them remain in their homes and communities. 

The task force consists of individuals appointed by the governor. Task force members are listed on the state Boards and Commission website - under Autism Spectrum Disorder Task Force.

Members include:

  • Medical, mental health, and developmental disability professionals
  • Representatives from N.D. state agencies
  • Educators
  • A legislator
  • A self advocate
  • Family members of persons with an autism spectrum disorder
  • An enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe
  • Others

The task force was created by the N.D. Legislature in 2009 and meets four times per year. 

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2023 Meeting Schedule

Task Force Meetings

Monday, Feb. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m. - Virtually using Microsoft Teams - Agenda
Monday, May 22 from 2 to 5 p.m. - Virtually using Microsoft Teams - Agenda
Monday, Aug. 28 from 2 to 5 p.m. - Virtually using Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled
Monday, Nov. 27 from 2 to 5 p.m. - Virtually using Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled

Early Intervention Subcommittee Meetings

Feb. 7, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Agenda 
April 4, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Agenda
June 6, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled
Aug. 1, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled
Oct. 3, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled
Dec. 5, 2023 - 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Virtual by Microsoft Teams - Meeting canceled

2022 Meeting Schedule
  • Task Force: Monday, Feb. 28 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams - Agenda
    • Special Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, May 27, 3-4 p.m. CT - Agenda
  • Task Force: Monday, May 23 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams - Agenda
    • Special Meeting - Family Support Services Subcommittee - Thursday, June 2, 10-11 a.m. CT - Agenda
    • Special Meeting - Early Intervention Subcommittee - Tuesday, June 7, 1:30-2:30 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, July 8, 1-2 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • SPECIAL Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Tuesday, July 26, 4 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, Aug. 12, 1-2 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Family Support Services Subcommittee - Monday, Aug. 15, Noon-1 p.m. CT - Agenda
  • Task Force: Monday, Aug. 29 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams - Agenda
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, Sept. 9, 1-2 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Early Intervention Subcommittee - Tuesday, Oct. 4, 1:30-3 p.m. CT - Agenda 
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, Oct. 14, 1-2 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Family Support Services Subcommittee - Monday, Nov. 14, Noon-1 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, Nov. 18, 1-2 p.m. CT - MEETING CANCELED
    • Meeting - Early Intervention Subcommittee - Tuesday, Dec. 6, 1:30 to 3 p.m. CT - Agenda
    • Meeting - Legislative/Policy Subcommittee - Friday, Dec. 9, 1-2 p.m. CT
  • Task Force: Monday, Nov. 28 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. - Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams - Agenda
2021 Meeting Schedule
  • February 22 from 1 to 4:30 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Agenda, Recording of meeting
  • March 1 from Noon to 1 p.m. (Special Meeting) - Agenda, Recording of meeting
  • May 24 from 1 to 4:30 p.m - ND Heritage Center, Lecture Room A/B and Virtual - Agenda
  • August 23 from 1 to 4:30 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Agenda
  • MEETING DATE CHANGE: November 15 from 1 to 4:30 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Meeting Notice
2020 Meeting Schedule
  • February 24 from 1 to 4:45 p.m. - Great River Energy, 1611 E. Century Ave., Bismarck, Fort Union Room West. Agenda
  • May 18 from 1 to 4:45 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Agenda
  • August 24 from 1 to 4:45 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Agenda
  • November 23 from 1 to 4:45 p.m - Virtual Meeting - Agenda

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Autism Services Unit
North Dakota Health and Human Services
600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 325
Bismarck, ND 58505
Phone: 701-328-2324
Toll Free: 800-755-2719
711 (TTY)
Fax: 701-328-8969
E-Mail: dhsautism@nd.gov