Autism Next Steps

With parts of the Autism CARES Act (see;Autism CARES Act) sunsetting at the end of September, there is;a push in Congress to extend and amend legislation. As the primary source of federal funding for autism research since 2006, the legislation has ensured funding for autism research, early detection, education, and intervention programming.

The proposed amendment includes many enhancements (see Priorities Added To Autism CARES Act of 2024 As It Advances In Congress). The first is a more inclusive approach to autism research—adding people who require 24-hour care and may struggle with harmful or self . . .