Thanks to your advocacy last week, in 48 hours, we had 70 U.S. Representatives join a letter asking for increased funding of critical autism programs. This was a HUGE accomplishment and something we could not have done without the thousands of emails you all sent to Congress. Thank you...and can you help us do it again?
Last week's letter of support has been sent to the House Appropriations Committee, but now the U.S. Senate needs to hear from us in the next 4 days!
Senator Amy Klobuchar is asking colleagues to join a letter asking for continued federal funding for autism research and services. The process of sending letters of support to the appropriations committees is one of the first opportunities for us to gain consensus and support for autism priorities in the next federal budget. This federal funding request will provide much-needed resources for federal research and programs that can help improve outcomes for autistic individuals.
Please take 30 seconds RIGHT NOW so that funding of federal autism programs remains a priority. Take action by sending our pre-written, customizable message to your senator.
Why does this matter?
Funding of federal autism activities has led to significant progress in our understanding of autism, the numbers of individuals with a diagnosis, and the types of interventions, services and supports that can benefit the autism community. Because of this progress, we also know a significant gap remains in the resources many individuals across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan need to live safe, happy and fulfilling lives.
Increased investments in autism research and services will make a lifetime of difference for autistic individuals and their families by aiding in earlier diagnosis and further personalized interventions, improving our understanding of co-occurring physical and mental health conditions, expanding prevalence monitoring, addressing shortages in health care professionals for adults with autism, supporting better pathways for transition-age young adults and improving outcomes across the lifespan.
You are an integral part of ensuring that the impact of federal autism programs continue to change and benefit the lives of people with autism. Take action now!
Thank you,
David Sitcovsky
Senior Director of Policy & Federal Government Affairs
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