H.R. 7213 · 118th Congress · Health
Autism CARES Act of 2024
What it does
This act reauthorizes several programs that support autism education, research, and resources.
Specifically, the act reauthorizes through FY2029 (1) the Developmental Disabilities Surveillance and Research Program that is administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; (2) activities administered by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to support autism education, early detection, and intervention; and (3) the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee in HHS.
It also updates and establishes various related reporting requirements, including by requiring HHS to report on the feasibility of expanding certain training programs for developmental-behavioral pediatricians.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Dec 23, 2024 (Public Law). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.
Roll call votes
| Date | Question | Party split (yea) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2024 House roll 1142 |
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as AmendedAutism CARES Act | D 204–0 · R 198–13 |
Passed 402–13 |
| Dec 16, 2024 House roll 1220 |
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate AmendmentAutism CARES Act | D 193–0 · R 181–15 |
Passed 374–15 |
Latest action
Dec 23, 2024 · Became Public Law No: 118-180.