2026 Autism Advocacy Education Day

Autism Advocacy Education Day: Preparing for the 90th Legislative Session

Join the Autism Society of Texas for a day of learning, advocacy, and education as we prepare for the 90th Texas Legislative Session.

Schedule:

     9:15-9:30 AM: Check in at Capitol Auditorium

     9:30-12:00 PM: Training & Education Session

     12:00-1:00 PM: Break

     1:00-2:30 PM: Legislative Office Visits

This event will help self-advocates, parents, and any individual who is passionate about issues affecting the Autism community, prepare for what to expect on advocacy day. This will include covering upcoming legislation, tips for contacting as well as meeting with legislators and their staff, as well as educating legislators about the needs of Autistic people.

After Autism Advocacy Education Day, Save the Date for Texas Autism Advocacy Day on March 23, 2027! Please join us again when the session is in full swing and bills are moving!

Who’s learning?

Parents, Autistic adults, caregivers, and advocates will learn about new legislation, important Autism and disability issues, how the legislative process works, and how to effectively share your story with lawmakers. 

No advocacy experience is needed! Whether this is your first time at the Capitol or you’re an experienced advocate, we’ll help you feel prepared to make your voice heard.

Legislators and their staff will also be learning! Help us educate policymakers about Autism and disability, and the needs of Autistic children, adults, and their loved ones across the lifespan.

What will we do?: 

Morning - Education & Training. We’ll discuss new legislation and ongoing issues affecting the Autism community and provide tips for meeting with legislative offices. You’ll also have the option to learn how to turn your personal experience into a short, impactful advocacy story. 

Break - Lunch is not provided during this event so the break allows time for people to go get lunch at the Capitol Grille or one of the restaurants off site near the Capitol. You can also bring your lunch and eat it on the Capitol grounds (no food or drinks in the auditorium).

Afternoon - Capitol Office Visits - Optional, but We Need You! Help educate legislators and staff about Autism, key legislation, and the real-life needs of Autistic Texans and families. Your voice can make a difference for Texans across the state!

What should I wear?:

Wear a past Advocacy Day tee or other Autism Society of Texas Tee if you have one! Comfortable shoes are highly recommended - we’ll be doing lots of walking!

Where should I park?:

Parking: Capitol Visitors Parking Garage, 1201 San Jacinto Blvd. First 2 hours free; $2/hour after that.

What if I can't pay the registration fee?:

The $5 registration fee helps offset event costs. However, cost should never be a barrier! Please email info@texasautismsociety.org for a free registration code.

What's next?:

Save the Date! Texas Autism Advocacy Day is March 23, 2027! Please join us again when the session is in full swing and bills are moving!

Become an Event Sponsorship
Level: $400

Event sponsors receive: 

• 4 comped individual registrations

• Recognition at registration tables

• Recognition during event

• Social media recognition

• Webpage listing

• Logo in attendee packet

To complete your registration form, click here. 

To complete your payment for this sponsorship, click here. 

Questions? Contact Adriana at Adriana@texasautismsociety.org

 
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Become a Community Partner
Level: $75

Community Partners receive:

• 1 comped individual registration

• Name recognition in printed packets & materials

This level does not include website logo listing

To complete your registration form, click here. 

To complete your payment for this partnership, click here. 

Questions? Contact Adriana at Adriana@texasautismsociety.org