Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1333 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.

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1333

The Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1333, 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.

Under the provisions of the bill, the Department of Health and Human Services would be responsible for administering the grant program, which would provide funding to eligible organizations to support caregivers of individuals with autism. The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the grant program is accessible to caregivers from diverse backgrounds and communities.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a national strategy to support caregivers of individuals with autism, which would include recommendations for improving access to services, increasing awareness of available resources, and promoting collaboration among stakeholders in the autism community. Overall, the Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023 aims to provide much-needed support for families caring for individuals with autism, recognizing the important role that caregivers play in the lives of individuals with autism and the challenges they face in providing care and support.

Congressional Summary of S 1333

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 S 1333

Bill S 1333 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill S 1333 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 27, 2023. Bill S 1333's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of April 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1333

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1333

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 S 1333

Autism Family Caregivers Act of 2023

A bill 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.