H.R. 7213 · 118TH CONGRESSHouse · Jan 22, 2026
Autism CARES Act of 2024
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On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
The House of Representatives passed H.R. 7213, the Autism CARES Act of 2024, under a suspension of the rules. This procedure is typically used for non-controversial legislation and requires a two-thirds majority to pass. The bill aims to reauthorize and expand federal programs related to autism spectrum disorder, including research, screenings, and support services for individuals and their families. The vote saw massive bipartisan support, with 402 members voting in favor and only 13 Republicans voting against. All 204 Democrats present voted for the measure. This result demonstrates a strong consensus in the House for continuing federal investment in autism-related healthcare and developmental initiatives. By passing this bill, the House has moved to ensure that critical funding for the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding autism research does not lapse. The legislation also places a renewed focus on the needs of autistic individuals as they transition into adulthood. Following this successful House vote, the bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. If the Senate passes the legislation in the same form, it will be sent to the President to be signed into law.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendment
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendment
The House of Representatives voted 374-15 to concur in a Senate amendment to H.R. 7213, known as the Autism CARES Act of 2024. This vote was conducted under a suspension of the rules, a procedure typically used for non-controversial legislation that requires a two-thirds majority to pass. The bill received broad bipartisan backing, with all voting Democrats and the vast majority of Republicans supporting the measure. This vote effectively reauthorizes and expands federal funding for autism research, prevalence tracking, and support services for individuals with autism and their families. By concurring with the Senate's changes, the House has finalized the legislative language, ensuring that critical programs managed by the National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can continue their operations. The legislation focuses on improving the lives of people with autism across their entire lifespan, addressing a historical gap in services for adults. It also emphasizes the importance of early screening and intervention. Because the House has agreed to the Senate's version of the bill, the measure has now cleared its final legislative hurdle in Congress and will be sent to the President to be signed into law.