The Autism Bill, which was drafted by the National Autistic Society (NAS) and introduced as a private members bill by Conservative MP Cheryl Gillan, will force local authorities to monitor the number of autistic children and young people if it becomes an act.
Local authorities would also have a statutory duty to offer effective transition services for young people with autism.
During debates at the bill's second reading last Friday (27 February), the government pledged to hold local authorities legally accountable for providing appropriate support to children with autism, regardless of whether the bill becomes law.
Mark Lever, chief executive of the NAS said he was delighted that MPs had voted for the bill.
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