Disparities in California autism services rise by race and income
Public spending on autistic children varies by race and socioeconomic status, with whites receiving more services, including full-time behavioral aides costing up to 60,000 yearly. In Los Angeles Unified, white elementary students on the Westside access aides at over ten times the rate of Latinos on the Eastside, revealing systemic inequities amid budget pressures and legal mandates.
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House GOP seeks yearlong payroll tax cut alternative
House Republicans balk at the Senate approved two month payroll tax cut and jobless benefits plan. Speaker Boehner signals desire for a yearlong bill while Cantor aides discuss Monday votes to start formal bargaining. The dispute risks delaying action before the New Year and continuing tax relief for workers.
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