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Advocacy News
2.10.2026

Congress passes critical autism funding in Fiscal Year 2026 federal package

The FY2026 federal budget included funding wins for programs that support autism research, early identification, health care training, and essential
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Advocacy News
2.5.2026

Policy Pulse | Funding wins kick off 2026

This newsletter edition highlights wins in funding to kick off the year, state advocacy, information on Autism Speaks' upcoming Advocacy Forum & Hill
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Advocacy News
12.31.2025

Policy Pulse | 2025 advocacy wrapped

This newsletter edition highlights 2025 wins in autism advocacy, federal budget negotations and information on Autism Speaks' upcoming Advocacy Forum
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Advocacy News
12.29.2025

2025 Advocacy Highlights

Autism Speaks and its advocates drove impactful policy change for individuals with autism and their families in 2025. Read the highlights!
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Advocacy News
11.17.2025

Policy Pulse | Advocating for caregivers, employment, equity and services

This newsletter edition highlights updates on the federal government shutdown, California policy wins, and advocacy for caregivers, employment and
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Advocacy News
10.31.2025

Five reasons to champion autism employment policy

Here are five reasons why championing autism employment policy matters now more than ever, and how you can make a difference.
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Advocacy News
10.27.2025

Autism Speaks celebrates new California law protecting access to behavioral health services

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 951 into law, eliminating the burdensome requirement for individuals with autism to undergo repeated re
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Advocacy News
10.24.2025

A reflection: health equity in focus – shared priority across communities

In reflecting on her participation in the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 54th Annual Legislative Conference Alyssa shares how the African
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Advocacy News
10.20.2025

New California law will improve dental care access for autistic individuals

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 341 into law, marking a major advocacy win for the California autism community and improving access to quality
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Advocacy News
10.14.2025

Autism speaks joins over 375 organizations in calling for reversal of layoffs at the Department of Education

Autism Speaks joined a broad coalition of disability, civil rights, and education organizations in calling for a reversal of layoffs at the US
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Advocacy News
10.7.2025

Policy Pulse | federal budget, White House updates & TRICARE reform

This newsletter edition highlights updates on the federal budget, recent White House announcements & TRICARE reform.
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Advocacy News
9.16.2025

US House Committee sustains support for Autism CARES Act programs

The US House Appropriations Committee included critical support for Autism CARES Act programs in their recently passed FY26 LHHS Appropriations Bill.
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Advocacy News
8.18.2025

Policy Pulse | Advocacy heats up in DC

This newsletter edition highlights a special event in Washington DC, federal updates, bills moving through Congress, and the ADA Anniversary.
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Advocacy News
8.1.2025

One step closer to delivering on the Autism CARES Act

Thee Senate Appropriations Committee passed a bill to fund critical autism research, data and training programs - an important step in federal budget
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Advocacy News
7.25.2025

Celebrating the ADA: Honoring its legacy through action

On July 26, we celebrate 35 years of progress under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Together, we honor the ADA's legacy by advocating for funding
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Advocacy News
7.9.2025

Deeply concerning Medicaid cuts are coming-we’re working to protect autism services

The One Big, Beautiful Bill was signed into law—bringing with it sweeping budget cuts and policy changes to the Medicaid program.  Stay involved and