Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023

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Explore the details of House Bill 2965 Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/3/2024, 5:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2965

Bill 118 hr 2965, also known as the Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at providing support and resources for families caring for individuals with autism. The bill seeks to address the challenges faced by caregivers of individuals with autism by establishing a grant program to fund respite care services, training programs, and other support services for caregivers.

The bill also aims to improve access to healthcare and educational services for individuals with autism by requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a national strategy to address the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Additionally, the bill calls for increased research funding to better understand and address the needs of individuals with autism.

Overall, the Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023 seeks to provide much-needed support for families caring for individuals with autism and improve the quality of life for individuals with autism. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is currently being considered for passage.

Congressional Summary of HR 2965

Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023

This bill establishes a pilot program to provide training for caregivers on improving the well-being of children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities or delays.

To carry out the program, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) must award grants to, among other eligible entities, health systems and nonprofits to provide the training. HRSA must also establish a national center to provide technical assistance to grant recipients and to evaluate the program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2965

Bill HR 2965 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2965 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023. Bill HR 2965's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 5, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2965

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2965

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Child care and development

- Child health

- Congressional oversight

- Family services

- Hereditary and development disorders

- Performance measurement

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2965

Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023

To authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Administrator of the Health Resources and Services Administration, to award grants for providing evidence-based caregiver skills training to family caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental disabilities or delays, and for other purposes.