West Hartford, Connecticut, June, 2011 – Attorney Jay Kearns has been appointed by the Commissioner of Connecticut’s Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to serve as a member of the state’s independent Division of Autism Spectrum Services Advisory Council (DASSAC).

The mission of DASSAC is to advise the Division of Autism Spectrum Services (DASS) and Commissioner of DDS regarding the research, design and implementation of the delivery of appropriate and necessary services and programs for all residents of Connecticut with autism spectrum disorders.

DASSAC also submits reports to the Commissioner, Governor and General Assembly with regard to legislative and funding requirements for these services.