October Group Updates
Written by Brian J.   
Thursday, 25 September 2008

Autism Group Updates
A few quick news items from the autism group.  Heeeeeere they are!

* "Celebration Autism": This sounds really neat... The group is working together with LAMB Theatre, and producing a program for kids.  We're calling it "Celebration Autism."  There IS an age limit, and a maximum number of kids that the program can hold.  

* Fun Day:  Our "day-o-fun" is on the way!  It's this Saturday, October 11.  The event will be at the Goodwill Camp, from 4:00-8:00 p.m.  The address is 520 152nd Street, in South Sioux City Nebraska.  It's across from Martin's Airfield. 

Pumpkins, food, games, a hay ride, and a campfire will be waiting for you.

 

Last Updated ( Friday, 10 October 2008 )
 
Important Info
Written by Brian J.   
Thursday, 18 September 2008
An important informational memo about autism legislation:
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Contact Congress 
and Urge Their Support for Autism Research Funding for 2009

Today is a critical time for you to take action on behalf of funding for autism research!  Right now, members of the House and Senate are debating the final version of the Fiscal 2009 Defense Appropriations bill.  We are seeking $15 million for the Department of Defense (DoD)-funded Autism Spectrum Disorders Research Program (ASDRP) in the Appropriations bill.  This critical program will further the field of autism research and help improve treatments and interventions for children with autism.

In the House, Congressman John Murtha and Congressman Bill Young, the Chairman and Ranking Member of of the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, will be ultimately responsible for this important funding decision.  In the Senate, the decision will fall to Senator Daniel Inouye and Senator Thad Cochran, the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.  These are the key players that need to be contacted by your House Representative and Senators today.     

Additional info on how YOU can help is found here.


Last Updated ( Friday, 26 September 2008 )
 
The Presidential Candidates on Autism
Written by Brian J.   
Tuesday, 12 August 2008

Both presidential candidates, John McCain and Barack Obama, have offered statements regarding their feelings about autism.  Click on the link below to read each of them.  Thanks to Jannette Domayer for sending me this link:

www.autism-society.org

Last Updated ( Friday, 26 September 2008 )
 
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