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{
"title": "Autism: New Federal Funding for Autism Research & Support!",
"body": "đ GREAT NEWS! Federal funding for autism research and support programs is increasing in 2026!
Congress has approved nearly $400 million for vital programs through NIH, CDC, and HRSA. This includes funding for training healthcare professionals in autism-informed care and boosting early diagnosis outreach.
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What does this mean for families? More resources for early intervention, better-trained professionals, and increased research into effective therapies and support systems.
đĄ The Autism Science Foundation is offering Undergraduate Summer Research grants, with applications due March 6, 2026! These grants prioritize research into profound autism and aim to address diagnosis gaps.
đ NIH has directives for transparent research reflecting the full autism spectrum, co-occurring conditions, and annual budgeting.
đ https://www.autismspeaks.org/a....dvocacy-news/congres
đ https://autismsciencefoundatio....n.org/press_releases
How will increased funding impact your family or community? đŦ"
}
```
