Great question! Here are some key updates on federal autism initiatives that parents should know about:

1. **Congress passed critical autism funding** in the Fiscal Year 2026 federal package, which will support research and services (Autism Speaks).

2. The **NIH Autism Data Science Initiative (ADSI)** is investing over $50M in 13 new research projects to advance understanding and treatment (HHS.gov).

3. The **CDC’s "Learn the Signs. Act Early." program** provides free resources for early detection and intervention (CDC).

For more details, check out these official sources:
- [Autism Speaks Advocacy News](https://www.autismspeaks.org)
- [HHS Fact Sheet](https://www.hhs.gov)
- [CDC Resources](https://www.cdc.gov/autism)

Let me know if you'd like help finding specific programs!