This post is in support of the autism society and Combating Autism Reauthorization Act Passes Senate Committee!!!
September 7, 2011
By Autism Society
Today we witnessed a big step toward preserving federal funding for autism-related research, treatments, screening and interventions. The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pension Committee unanimously passed the Combating Autism Reauthorization Act (CARA) during its committee meeting this morning, which means the bill can be debated on the Senate floor.
The Autism Society would like to thank the HELP Committee, including Chairman Tom Harkin (D-IA), Ranking Member Mike Enzi (R-WY) and Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) for their leadership, as well as all sponsors of the bill for their support.
While today’s results were positive, we still have more work to ensure CARA is passed by September 30, the day the Combating Autism Act of 2006 will expire and the $693 million in federal funding it appropriates will disappear. Passage in the Senate will provide vital support to getting the reauthorization passed in the House.
Please continue to reach out to your Representatives in both the House and Senate and urge them to support this critically important reauthorization.
TAKE ACTION: Send a letter to your Representatives!
