Sen. Amy Klobuchar released the following statement regarding World Autism Awareness Day:
"Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability, affecting one out of every 65 Minnesota eight-year-olds. That's the highest rate of any state in the nation. It's critical that we raise awareness about autism and how early diagnosis and intervention can help improve the quality of life for children living with it. I join families across the country in support of autistic children everywhere and in the fight to develop better services, improve treatment, and ultimately find a cure."