Mission

The mission of the task force is to advocate for federal public policies that directly relate to individuals with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, family supports and the prevention of child abuse and neglect. These include, but are not limited to, the Developmental Disabilities Act, Autism CARES Act, Lifespan Respite Care Act, National Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act.

Co-chairs

• Lisa Belcastro
  Autism Speaks

• Elizabeth Bonker
  Communication4All

• Erin Prangley
  NACDD

• John Poulos
  Autistic Self Advocacy Network

Autism, Developmental Disabilities and Family Support Anti-Racism Principles and Objectives
(February 4,  2021) - Download [ PDF ]

Updates on Priority Legislation  

ACTIVITIES

Developmental Disabilities, Autism and Family Support Task Force CCD DD Autism FS TF FY26 Appropriations On behalf of the Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities Developmental Disabilities, Autism and Family Supports Task Force (Task Force) and undersigned organizations, we write to urge adequate Fiscal Year 2026 funding for programs authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act), Assistive Technology Act, Autism CARES Act, the Lifespan Respite Care Act, and Kevin and Avonte’s Law, the National Family Caregiver Support Program and Parent Information Centers, and the Transition Programs for Students with Intellectual Disability (TPSID) Model Demonstrations, National Coordination Center and National Technical Assistance and Dissemination Center. (April 15,  2025) - Download [ PDF ]