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Advocacy News
9.9.2024

White House announces new rules to improve access to mental health care services under private health plans

New regulation, supported by Autism Speaks, strengthens parity protections and improves access and affordability of autism care for individuals with
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Advocacy News
8.22.2024

Help us improve the autistic voting experience

Voting is the nation’s most fundamental right and a hallmark of democracy. Learn more about the voting experiences and needs of those with ASD here.
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Advocacy News
7.11.2024

IACC meeting focuses on support for caregivers

Autism Speaks was grateful to join this meeting's discussion that highlighted the critical role family caregivers play throughout their loved one’s
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Advocacy News
7.9.2024

Autism Speaks opposes proposed loophole that would circumvent ban on electrical stimulation devices

Autism Speaks reinforces its longstanding rejection of electrical stimulation device use on individuals with autism and other disabilities through
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Advocacy News
6.14.2024

From fatherhood to advocacy

Among the different titles that U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt has held over the course of his political career, there is one job that started it all for
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Advocacy News
6.12.2024

Autism Speaks celebrates advancement of Autism CARES Act of 2024

The Autism CARES Act of 2024 passed a key committee, adding a new priority to the bill that requires a yearly, comprehensive, and forward-looking
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Advocacy News
6.3.2024

New regulation strengthens civil rights protections

The Office of Civil Rights has issued new regulation that strengthens civil rights and anti-discrimination protections and will improve access to
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Advocacy News
5.16.2024

Priorities added to Autism CARES Act of 2024 as it advances in Congress

We are proud to celebrate this milestone in not only advancing the Autism CARES Act of 2024 but expanding its impact through new elements of the bill.
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Advocacy News
4.19.2024

Takeaways from the April 2024 IACC Meeting

This IACC meeting was an opportunity to recognize Autism Acceptance Month, share upcoming IACC publications and federal agency updates, and discuss
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Advocacy News
4.10.2024

Autism Speaks endorses bill to ban the sale of water beads marketed as toys

Autism Speaks has joined family advocates and groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics in calling for a ban of the sale of water beads marketed
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Advocacy News
2.15.2024

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at congressional hearing on the Autism CARES Act of 2024

On February 14, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Andy Shih testified before Congress on the transformative impact of programs authorized under the
Keith Wargo testifying before Small Business subcommittee hearing 2024
Advocacy News
2.1.2024

Autism Speaks CEO testifies before Congress on pathways for employment of individuals with autism and other disabilities

Keith Wargo shared data and personal narratives, illustrating the transformative power of inclusive employment practices, during the House Small
Autism Speaks State Government Affairs Director Christa Stevens presenting Texas State Representative Donna Howard with clear puzzle piece shaped award
Advocacy News
1.18.2024

Autism Speaks honors Texas State Representative Donna Howard for advocacy on behalf of autism community

Autism Speaks bestowed Representative Howard with our Public Service Award in recognition of her effort during the past legislative session to improve
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Advocacy News
1.18.2024

Autism Speaks honors Iowa Medicaid Director Elizabeth Matney for exemplary leadership in advancing access to autism services

Autism Speaks is pleased to recognize Iowa Medicaid Director Elizabeth Matney for her leadership of the Iowa Department of Human Services' redesign of
California Assemblymember Blanca Rubio receiving puzzle piece shaped Public Service Award
Advocacy News
1.12.2024

Autism Speaks recognizes California Assemblywoman as a champion for the autism community

Autism Speaks recognizes California Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio for leadership in improving the state’s transition planning process for autistic and
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Advocacy News
1.11.2024

Pennsylvania removes insurance barriers for autism spectrum disorder

Over 55,000 Pennsylvanians with autism now benefit from additional state protections that address barriers to insurance coverage of autism care.