What Public Act 104-0561 Means for Autism Evaluations: FAQs and Next Steps
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM CT
Location: Online, register HERE
Stay informed about the latest changes impacting autism evaluations in Illinois. This webinar will provide an overview of Public Act 104-0561, including what the legislation means for providers, key implementation updates, and practical next steps.
During this session, attendees will:
- Understand the key changes resulting from Public Act 104-0561.
- Receive answers to frequently asked questions about the new requirements.
- Learn about implementation timelines and next steps.
- Participate in a live Q&A with ample opportunity to ask questions and receive clarification.
Who Should Attend
This webinar is designed for speech-language pathologists and audiologists who participate in or support the autism evaluation process. Whether you conduct evaluations, provide intervention services, or work with individuals and families navigating autism diagnoses, this session will help you understand the implications of Public Act 104-0561, prepare for upcoming changes, and answer your questions about implementation.
Register HERE
Speaker
 Megan Roberts, PhD, CCC-SLP |
Megan Roberts, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a professor in the Roxelyn and Richard Pepper Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Her work focuses on improving access to effective early intervention for toddlers with developmental delays (e.g., autism, hearing loss). This clinically-based line of research examines new ways of identifying autism and different variations of caregiver-mediated communication interventions tailored specifically for different populations of children. Her research has been funded by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders and the Institute of Education Sciences. |