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Lawmakers focus on pleas from mothers of autistic children

Julia Aguirre said Friday she feels a sense of relief now that state officials are paying attention to a plea from her and other mothers of autistic children awaiting desperately needed services. The Legislative Committee on Health Care last week heard testimony on the great need for more funding to support autism treatment.