1. Generally. "Autism spectrum disorder" or "autism" means a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms that typically present in the early developmental period and result in clinically significant impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of functioning, including:
A. Deficits in social communication and social interaction; and [PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (NEW).]
B. Restricted repetitive behaviors, interests and activities. [PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (NEW).]
2. Adult with autism spectrum disorder; adult with autism. "Adult with autism spectrum disorder" or "adult with autism" means an adult who has received a diagnosis that meets the diagnostic criteria of autism spectrum disorder, as set forth in department rules.
A. [PL 2023, c. 89, §10 (RP).]
B.