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Congress passes Autism CARES Act of 2024
Press Release
12.16.2024

Autism Speaks’ Advocacy Helps Secure Autism CARES Act Victory

The Autism CARES Act of 2024, the only federal law solely dedicated to the autism community, has been sent to the President’s desk for signature.
Autism Speaks Emerging Leaders
Press Release
9.12.2024

Autism Speaks taps on next generation of leaders with introduction of Emerging Leaders

Autism Speaks proudly announces the launch of Emerging Leaders, a group of advocates under 40 representing the current values, needs and diversity of
US Capitol building
Press Release
8.5.2024

The Autism CARES Act of 2024 advances through Congress with enhancements supported by Autism Speaks

The U.S. Senate HELP Committee recently passed the Autism CARES Act of 2024, including valuable new enhancements supported by Autism Speaks that will
Tallulah Willis laying in the grass wearing a red sweater
Press Release
7.31.2024

Autism Speaks to honor Tallulah Willis at Los Angeles Gala

Autism Speaks is honoring Tallulah Willis, who is fostering understanding and inclusivity for the autism community since receiving her autism
Autism Speaks logo - a multi-colored puzzle piece with the words Autism Speaks
Press Release
7.9.2024

Autism Speaks introduces Field Day for All

Autism Speaks is proud to introduce Field Day for All, an event that will bring critical funds, resources and support services directly to the
White piggy bank next to stacks of coins
Press Release
6.13.2024

Senator leads bill relating to ABLE accounts

Senator Eric Schmitt introduced the bipartisan Ensuring Nationwide Access to Better Life Experience (ENABLE) Act to allow people with disabilities and
Thomas Frazier
Press Release
5.15.2024

Thomas Frazier II, Ph.D. Appointed Chairman of Autism Speaks Board of Directors

Autism Speaks is pleased to announce the election of Thomas Frazier II, Ph.D., as the new chairman of the board, effective April 1, 2024.
American Heart Association Centennial logo
Press Release
4.30.2024

New $2 million research initiative will study heart and brain health in people with autism

The American Heart Association and Autism Speaks are joining forces to fund pioneering research to learn more about how to enhance cardiovascular and
Autism Speaks Champions of Change logo
Press Release
4.2.2024

This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks champions change with new Community Messengers

Autism Speaks announces the Champions of Change program - autistic advocates & spokespeople with a range of experiences, support needs and connections
Fearless
Press Release
4.1.2024

This World Autism Month, Autism Speaks pledges to Act Fearlessly for acceptance and change

In recognition of World Autism Month, Autism Speaks is launching its #ActFearlessly campaign and encouraging the public to sign its pledge, share
autism speaks new logo
Press Release
1.29.2024

Autism Speaks awards $115,000 in grants to 23 organizations serving the autism community

Autism Speaks announces its 2023 Local Impact Grant recipients. These grants fund nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that provide autistic people with
Tom Frazier's Headshot
Press Release
9.27.2023

Autism Speaks national board member Dr. Tom Frazier appointed to federal autism committee

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has announced that Thomas W. Frazier, Ph.D., member of the Autism Speaks Board of Directors, has been
Autism Speaks logo
Press Release
7.14.2023

Collaboration Addresses Transition to Adulthood for Autism Patients

A collaborative effort to improve the outcomes for youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) transitioning to adulthood has been awarded a total of $1
Autism Speaks Autism by the Numbers
Press Release
4.20.2023

Autism Speaks launches Autism by the Numbers

Autism Speaks is bringing together data sources to address gaps in nationwide autism data with the launch of Autism by the Numbers.
Autism Speaks logo
Press Release
4.17.2023

Autism Speaks and Autism Speaks Canada Support Launch of the Canadian Platform for Genomics and Precision Health

Canadian consortium including Autism Speaks and Autism Speaks Canada is announced the launch of a new project to expand the development of a software
Autism Speaks Light Up The Blues 6 Presented by the Colts
Press Release
4.4.2023

Willie Nelson and other special guests Join Neil Young for Autism Speaks Light Up The Blues 6 Concert

Click here for more information on the 2023 Autism Speaks Light Up The Blues 6 Concert, presented by the Indianapolis Colts.