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New Autism Committee Formed to Tackle Rising Rates

1/29/2026

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On January 28, 2026, 19 members were appointed to the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee to advance autism research.
Health Secretary Kennedy said the appointments align with U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative to modernize autism studies.
Committee members include Sylvia Fogel of Harvard and John Rodakis, founder of a nonprofit.
Kennedy noted rising autism rates, now 1 in 31 children, and urged answers on causes and treatments.

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Story summary

On January 28, 2026, 19 members were appointed to the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee to advance autism research.
Health Secretary Kennedy said the appointments align with U.S. President Donald Trump’s initiative to modernize autism studies.
Committee members include Sylvia Fogel of Harvard and John Rodakis, founder of a nonprofit.
Kennedy noted rising autism rates, now 1 in 31 children, and urged answers on causes and treatments.