Governor Rod R. Blagojevich

Governor Blagojevich is determined to show the world he is NOT guilty of attempting to sell Obama’s senate seat to the highest bidder. One high profile act along those lines:

Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today signed Senate Bill 934 into law, providing insurance coverage to parents of children with autism. The new law, which received overwhelming support from the Illinois General Assembly, will provide coverage for all individuals under age 21 for the diagnosis and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) up to $36,000 per year.

“Families of children with autism have a right to access the treatment their children need and today that has finally become a reality in Illinois,” said Governor Blagojevich. “I have continued to fight for this cause and I am pleased to sign this bill into law today.”

Naturally, it’s great to see the governor of a large and high profile state sign this legislation into law.