ЁЯМЯ AUTISM RESEARCH FUNDING: WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU!

Congress has secured nearly $400 million for autism research and programs in FY2026! This funding boost means more support for families and individuals on the spectrum.

тЬЕ HRSA training gets a boost to $57.344 million.
тЬЕ CDC prevalence studies and outreach will receive $28.1 million.
тЬЕ NIH will focus on spectrum-reflective, transparent research under the Autism CARES Act of 2024.

This investment fuels vital research into evidence-based therapies, like CBT for emotional regulation and JASPER for early intervention. A landmark study will track 7,500 children to improve our understanding of autism.

The funding also supports pilot grants and pre-doctoral fellowships targeting profound autism needs. Stay tuned for updates on these exciting initiatives!

What research area are you most excited about?

ЁЯТм What are your hopes for the future of autism research and support? Share your thoughts below!