Autism Advocates Push State for More Money JENNA DOOLEY (wqub) - State lawmakers are considering a requirement that insurance companies cover much of the cost of treating children living with autism. Charlotte Cronin is the director of the Family Support Network of Illinois. That's one of several groups lobbying the General Assembly to expand support services for people with autism and developmental disabilities. Cronin says the current system has gaps in coverage...including.....

Opponents of the legislation say one rule would be insufficient to cover the varying needs of people with autism. So far the measure has been approved by the Senate and awaits action in the Illinois House. © Copyright 2009, wqub