Sebelius names advocates to represent Kansans with autism
Commission on Autism advises Governor

To represent the interests of Kansans with autism, Governor Kathleen Sebelius has appointed Connie Coulter and Representative Judy Morrison to the Governor’s Commission on Autism.

“This commission works to emphasize and promote the importance of early diagnosis and early intervention, which is very helpful in improving the quality of life for Kansans impacted by autism,” said Sebelius.

The Governor’s Commission on Autism advises and makes recommendations to the Office of the Governor on issues of importance to Kansans with autism, families with an autistic child, and service providers.  It also monitors research and developments relating to the needs of persons with autism.

Coulter currently works as an autism and behavioral consultant for the Wichita Public Schools. A 1988 graduate of Fort Hays State University, Coulter has extensive graduate studies in Autism/Asperger Syndrome through the University of Kansas and maintains a level three endorsement. Coulter succeeds Trisha Self, who resigned from the commission.

Representative Morrison was first elected to the Kansas House of Representatives in 1999 to serve the 23rd District.  She was subsequently appointed by the Speaker of the House to the Disability Concerns Board.  Representative Morrison succeeds Theresa Keeton, who resigned from the commission.

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