Texas health agency proposes eliminating children’s autism program

A health story from Texas, reported by KXAN Austin.

Health · Texas · October 12, 2026

From KXAN Austin

In its budget request to the Legislature for the 2028-2029 biennium, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposed eliminating funding for the Children’s Autism Program (CAP) entirely, stunning advocates, providers and parents.

Reported by KXAN Austin, October 12, 2026. Read the full story at KXAN Austin →

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