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

• Delancy Allred
  Autism Society of America

• Lisa Belcastro
  Autism Speaks

• Lillie Heigl
  Association of University Centers on Disabilities

• 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 Task Force IACC Strategic Plan Comments - August 2026 On behalf of the Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities (CCD) Developmental Disabilities, Autism and Family Supports Task Force (Task Force) and the undersigned organizations, we submit the following comments to the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) regarding the 2026–2028 working draft Strategic Plan. (August 20,  2026) - Download [ PDF ] Developmental Disabilities, Autism and Family Support Task Force CCD DD, Autism, Family Support Task Force FY27 Approps Sign-On Letter 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 2027 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 16,  2026) - Download [ PDF ]