Dear Advocate, 

The U.S. House of Representatives just passed a $150 billion
investment in home and community-based services (HCBS) as a part of
the Build Back Better Act. This increase in funding comes after months
of advocacy by supporters like YOU across the country, which resulted
in congressional offices receiving 14,000 letters supporting these additional funds.

The historic investment will go a long way to help address challenges
that have made accessing home and community-based supports difficult
for many autistic individuals. The vital supports that HCBS provide,
including in-home services and community day programs, are critical to
ensuring that many autistic individuals can live, remain safe, and
participate in their communities.

In addition to the $150 billion to support HCBS services, the Build
Back Better Act also includes a number of other components that would
benefit autistic individuals and their families, including additional
funds to increase the number of direct support workers who provide
in-home and community-based supports. Read more. 

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The Build Back Better Act now moves to the Senate for its
consideration. We will continue to fight for priorities that benefit
the autism community, and we look forward to updating you on the bill's progress.

Thank you,

Angela Lello
Senior Director, Public Policy

 




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