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Photo (from left to right) includes Melissa Cortez (with Governmental Advocates of California, on behalf of Autism Speaks), Kelly Headrick (Autism Speaks Senior Director of State Government Affairs & Grassroots Advocacy), Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, Amy Westling (Association of Regional Center Agencies), Jordan Lindsey (The Arc of California), and Barry Jardini (California Disability Services Association)
Advocacy News
1.9.2025

Autism Speaks honors California Assemblymember, Dr. Corey Jackson for leadership in funding autism services provided by direct support professionals

On January 7, 2025, Autism Speaks presented California Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson with its 2024 Public Service Award, celebrating his unwavering
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Advocacy News
12.31.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - December 2024

This newsletter edition highlights the passage of the Autism CARES Act of 2024, our team's leadership, 2024 advocacy wins and ABLE policy advancements
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Advocacy News
12.31.2024

2024 Advocacy Highlights

Autism Speaks made tremendous strides in 2024, driving impactful change for individuals with autism and their families through advocacy.
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Advocacy News
12.19.2024

ABLE Act’s 10th Anniversary celebration honors legislators and advocates

On December 4, 2024, advocates, policymakers, and community leaders gathered together in Washington, DC, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the ABLE
Stuart Spielman looking at camera smiling with arm around his son's shoulder. Zak smiles while leaning his face towards side of Stuart's head.
Advocacy News
11.26.2024

30 & 10 - Milestone Birthdays for My Son and the ABLE Act

A few months ago, Stuart Spielman celebrated the 30th birthday of his autistic son Zak, and soon we will be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the
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Advocacy News
11.25.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - November 2024

This newsletter edition shares updates about the Autism CARES Act of 2024, support for caregivers, global autism efforts and 2025 state advocacy plans
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Advocacy News
11.21.2024

US Senate passes the Autism CARES Act of 2024, sending it back to House for final passage

In a significant step forward for autism advocacy, the United States Senate has passed the Autism CARES Act of 2024, advancing the critical
Andy Shih, Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer at the congressional hearing on global public health
Advocacy News
11.20.2024

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer speaks at congressional hearing on global public health

Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Dr. Andy Shih was one of three individuals invited to testify before the Subcommittee on Global Health.
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Advocacy News
11.19.2024

Autism Speaks joins congressional briefing on family caregivers

Autism Speaks was grateful to join the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, Elizabeth Dole Foundation and Caregiver Action Network for a
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Advocacy News
10.29.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - October 2024

This newsletter edition shares updates about voting, California advocacy wins, employment policy and the Autism CARES Act of 2024.
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Advocacy News
10.3.2024

Legislative wins in California strengthen supports, opportunities and safety of autistic individuals

Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed several bills that Autism Speaks supported, which will strengthen supports for autistic students and help
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Advocacy News
10.1.2024

Short-term extension protects federal autism programs

With widespread bipartisan agreement that the programs under the Autism CARES Act should continue, an extension of funding through December 20 was
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Advocacy News
9.30.2024

Policy Pulse Newsletter - September 2024

This newsletter edition shares updates about short-term budget extension, mental health care services, various federal policy initiatives and voting
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Advocacy News
9.18.2024

Securing the Future: The Autism CARES Act of 2024 passes in the U.S. House of Representatives

Autism Speaks celebrates a critical step in advancing and expanding the only comprehensive law focused on the autism community.
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Advocacy News
9.17.2024

Disability Scoop spotlights Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act

This is an important designation because it targets contradictory guidelines from certain states or other authorities that have been used to deny
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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