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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 [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see how Congress and the Administration are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act and using the event to create awareness and take action to increase access to competitive, integrated, employment for people with disabilities. An update on congressional action to pass annual funding bills is also included. [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find information on negotiations to prevent a government shutdown, a proposed rule with important updates to disability rights, a bill to raise SSI asset limits, and more. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress to support funding for Autism related programs.      [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, you will find the Autism Society’s recommendations for the Autism CARES Act, new legislation to match contributions to ABLE accounts, and important advocacy tools for helping families navigate the disenrollments for Medicaid and CHIP. The Senate has returned to the Capitol and the House will return next week. Please [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, see a table comparing funding proposals to date, legislation on education and workforce, and federal guidance and resources that can be used to advocate at the state and federal levels. Congress will be working in their home states until the second week of September. We encourage you to use [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find updates on appropriations and new legislation in Congress. New data and resources on unwinding and the one-year implementation of the 988 hotline are also included. Congress will be working in their home states during the August recess. We encourage you to use this time to meet them in [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find updates on budget and appropriations, President Biden’s announcement on lowering healthcare costs, Autism Society's comments on Medicaid home and community-based services, and new policy resources. Congress will be working in their home states during the August recess. We encourage you to use this time to meet them in their [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, we provide an update on the federal budget negotiations in the House and Senate which has a significant impact on services and support for people with Autism. Federal legislation newly introduced or re-introduced are noted and Olmstead celebrations are highlighted. Important state advocacy resources are also included. Please use [...]

In this issue of Capitol Connection, find a toolkit on how to comment on the newly proposed HCBS Access Rule to increase the quality of services and supports. Information on a Supreme Court case victory and new legislation is also included. Please use the Autism Society’s Action Center to educate your Members of Congress to [...]