The Advancing Care of Exceptional Kids Act of 2017 (ACE Kids Act) is a bipartisan bill that would improve care for children on Medicaid with complex medical conditions. September 05, 2018 The Advancing Care of Exceptional Kids Act of 2017 (ACE Kids Act) is a bipartisan bill that would improve care for children on Medicaid […]

189 Advocacy Ambassadors celebrate their accomplishments in the first year of the national Autism Speaks Volunteer Advocacy Ambassador Program. August 01, 2018 On August 1, 2017, we officially launched our Autism Speaks Volunteer Advocacy Ambassador Program.     The Advocacy Ambassador Program is a grassroots volunteer program. It brings together self-advocates, family members of individuals with autism, lawyers, […]

Legislation to support employment opportunities for people with autism and other disabilities is signed into law. July 31, 2018 The Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act was reauthorized on July 31, 2018. This law increases access to employment opportunities for people with autism and other disabilities.  Perkins-funded CTE programs provide the skills training and experience […]

In honor of the ADA Anniversary, learn more about how Autism Speaks works to achieve equal opportunities for individuals with autism. July 26, 2018 Thursday, July 26, 2018 is the 28th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ADA is a landmark civil rights law. It prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, […]

Since 2014, ABLE programs have been opened in 40 states and over $100 million has been invested in ABLE accounts! Learn more about how ABLE can help save for your future. July 25, 2018 The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was signed into law on December 19, 2014. The ABLE Act amended the […]

North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread announced that all state-regulated plans that have mental health coverage will be required to cover treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). July 11, 2018 This morning, North Dakota became the 48th state to require autism insurance coverage. North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread announced that all state-regulated plans that […]

Autism Speaks supported legislation recently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that would delay the implementation of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) and ensure states protect beneficiaries and providers. July 05, 2018 Autism Speaks supported legislation recently passed by the U.S. House of Representatives that would delay the implementation of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) and […]

On June 22, 2018, we celebrate the 19th anniversary of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision which effectively recognized the right of people with disabilities to live, work, and participate in their communities. June 21, 2018 On June 22, 2018, we celebrate the 19th anniversary of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision. In the 1999 case, Olmstead v. L.C., the Court […]

Governor Deal has signed SB 118, which amends Ava's Law by increasing the limits on the coverage of applied behavior analysis to individuals age twenty and under up to $35,000 per year. May 08, 2018 Governor Deal has signed Senate Bill 118, which amends Ava's Law by increasing the limits on the coverage of applied […]

On Thursday, April 26th, Autism Speaks hosted a briefing in coordination with the Congressional Coalition on Autism Research and Education to highlight challenges and opportunities to improve law enforcement interactions with the autism community. May 01, 2018 On Thursday, April 26th, Autism Speaks hosted a briefing in coordination with the Congressional Coalition on Autism Research […]

Collaboration to Accelerate Scientific Discovery on One of the World’s Largest Autism Genome Databases Collaboration to Accelerate Scientific Discovery on One of the World’s Largest Autism Genome Databases June 25, 2018 TORONTO and NEW YORK (June 25, 2018) ⎯ DNAstack, a software company that develops a cloud-based platform to manage, analyze and search genomic datasets, […]

On Capitol Hill, Autism Speaks CEO highlights progress and calls for improvements in transition to adulthood May 09, 2018 WASHINGTON (May 9, 2018) – Testifying today before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business, Autism Speaks President and CEO Angela Geiger addressed an area of great importance to many in the autism community: […]

GameStop raising funds to increase employment opportunities within autism community through its third annual in-store autism awareness campaign GameStop raising funds to increase employment opportunities within autism community through its third annual in-store autism awareness campaign April 30, 2018 It is estimated that by 2020, there will be more than one million open jobs in […]

New members from eBay, IFC, Nomura and Savor Street Foods bring diverse experience and demonstrate commitment to autism community April 24, 2018 NEW YORK (April 24, 2018) – Autism Speaks, which is dedicated to promoting solutions across the spectrum and throughout the life span for the needs of people with autism and their families, has […]

Lovesac launches 'Share The Comfort' campaign aimed at enhancing the lives of people affected by autism spectrum disorder April 20, 2018 Lovesac, the Connecticut-based, fast growing home furnishing brand, is partnering with Autism Speaks to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism, while adding a little extra comfort to their homes. Lovesac’s limited edition “Share the […]

April 20, 2018 In honor of World Autism Awareness Month, leading restaurant and nightlife company TAO Group and TAO Cares’ has announced its third annual nationwide effort to support and shed light on a great cause. Throughout the month of April, TAO Group venues across America (New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas) are offering “blue-themed” food and drink items, contributing […]

Partnership strengthens communities and furthers Dollar General’s mission of Serving Others April 20, 2018 Throughout April, more than 14,600 Dollar General retail locations across the 44 states it serves plans to collect donations to benefit Autism Speaks (http://www.autismspeaks.org) , the world’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. Customers may donate any amount at the checkout […]

McAlister’s Deli Franchisee, The Saxton Group, Launches Cookies for a Cause Campaign in Support of Autism Speaks McAlister’s Deli Franchisee, The Saxton Group, Launches Cookies for a Cause Campaign in Support of Autism Speaks April 06, 2018     The Saxton Group, McAlister’s Deli’s largest franchisee, will kick off the next iteration of its Cookies […]

The public invited to ‘dine out’ in April for World Autism Month to increase understanding and acceptance The public invited to ‘dine out’ in April for World Autism Month to increase understanding and acceptance April 05, 2018 In support of World Autism Month, Joe’s Crab Shack and its Dine Out for Autism program will partner […]

Cellairis joins Autism Speaks in April to raise funds and increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism April 05, 2018 Cellairis, a leading device repair and accessory company, will partner with Autism Speaks throughout April, World Autism Month, to raise funds and increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism. Cellairis will donate a […]