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In this issue of Capitol Connection, find a recap of the Disability Policy Seminar and ways to connect with Members of Congress. We also highlight the following: President Biden’s proclamation using Autism Acceptance for the first time; a newly introduced comprehensive direct workforce bill; and finalized regulations on online accessibility and access to health care.  Take action! [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see details on the final FY24 appropriations, the President’s FY25 Budget, updates on legislation moving through Congress, and a notice of proposed rulemaking on electric shock treatment, among other updates. Use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress on legislative issues important to you and your [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see how the Autism Society delivered over 400 grassroots petitions urging a House Committee to take up and pass the Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act. Also, find progress on funding federal programs, state technical assistance on the direct workforce shortage, new voting rights legislation, a student toolkit on [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see updates on government funding, a White House meeting on Equity, the Autism CARES Act, and other bills introduced in Congress.  Use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress on legislative issues important to you and your family. To easily keep up to date on [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find updates on appropriations, the Autism Society’s testimony on employment, state advocacy action, and news from the Justice Corner. Use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress on legislative issues important to you and your family. To easily keep up to date on your opportunities [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find updates on the continuing resolution passed to avoid a government shut-down, a tax bill extending the Child Tax Credit expansion, new legislation supporting disability-run small businesses, comments on early childhood rules, and other resources to help state advocates. Use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, Congress is returning from the holidays beginning the second session of the 118th Congress. Congress must complete all 12 appropriations bills by February 2nd to avoid a government shutdown. Find resources about Medicaid and Home and community-based services. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see a White House meeting on home and community-based services, new legislation introduced in Congress, Disability Policy Seminar news, and resources to use to advocate at the local, state, and federal levels.  Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress on legislative issues important [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we are announcing a new feature called the "Justice Center Corner" which will feature news and information on criminal justice and civil rights. In addition, find announcements for a Long COVID commission, new school discipline data, and Department of Labor efforts in states. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see an update on the continuing resolution that is headed for the President’s desk, new bills introduced related to respite care and education, $200 million in funding for housing announced, an opportunity to provide comments on subminimum wages, and more. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see updates on the new House Speaker, budget and appropriations, several newly re-introduced bills, and resources that can be used in federal and state advocacy efforts. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress to support funding for Autism related programs.    Budget and [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find an update on the Speaker election and its impact on appropriations and other legislation. In addition, learn about new grants given from the Department of Education to support families and special educators. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress to support funding for [...]