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In this issue of Capitol Connection, we provide updates on the status of federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026, including ongoing efforts to prevent another government shutdown. You’ll also find the latest developments at the Department of Education, emerging Medicaid community engagement requirements, and new resources to support family caregivers and disability advocates as key policies move from Congress to [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, learn more about the status of the shutdown and funding for Fiscal Year 2026. In addition, find updates on the Reductions in Force at the Department of Education and the upcoming work requirement under Medicaid expansion.   We encourage you to visit the Autism Society’s Action Center to connect with [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, learn more about the current Government Shutdown and the Reduction in Force. We encourage you to visit the Autism Society’s Action Center to connect with your Members of Congress on key issues and, if you are able, please consider supporting our state and federal advocacy work with a gift [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you critical updates on federal policies, funding decisions, and advocacy efforts that directly impact the autism community. From congressional debates on FY2026 appropriations to proposed rule changes affecting home care workers, disability employment protections, and education data collection, there is a great deal at stake right now. [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see an analysis of the reconciliation package that recently passed Congress. In addition, find updates on new legislation and administrative action. We encourage you to visit the Autism Society’s Action Center to connect with your Members of Congress on key issues.    Reconciliation Bill  The reconciliation bill passed the [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find analysis of the Administration’s budget request for Fiscal Year 2026 and an update on the budget reconciliation process. With so much at stake, now is a crucial moment for advocacy. We encourage you to visit the Autism Society’s Action Center to connect with your Members of Congress on [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you key updates on the reconciliation package and its potential impact on Medicaid. You'll also find the latest developments from the Administration, including the kickoff of the appropriations process and highlights from our recent Autism Round Table. With so much at stake, now is a crucial moment for advocacy. We encourage [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you the latest updates from Congress, including developments in the appropriations and reconciliation processes. You’ll also find important news on recent administrative actions, particularly those involving the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. As always, we encourage you to visit the Autism Society’s Action Center to [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we bring you key updates on new legislation, appropriations, and the ongoing reconciliation process. You'll also find important insights on recent administrative actions affecting the autism community. As always, we encourage you to utilize the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your representatives on the critical issues impacting individuals with [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, you can find updates on the actions of the 119th Congress and the new Administration. In addition, see a new report on the direct support professional workforce and advocacy in the States. Please continue using the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members on issues the Autism community is [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find important advocacy tools as the new Congress prepares a reconciliation package. In addition, the final actions of the previous Congress and the Administration are shared.     The End of the 118th Congress  The 118th Congress ended on January 3rd and finished up a few final must-pass items. The [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find updates on action in the final weeks of the lame-duck session of Congress including budget negotiations, talks about Medicaid cuts, Autism CARES Act reauthorization, workforce bill changes, and notices of proposed rulemaking and guidance documents from the Biden Administration.    FY 25 Budget   We are only two weeks away [...]