Intent
The Autism Grant Program (AGP) supports eligible Applicants at autism research centers to deliver evidence-based behavioral services and training that benefit children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Eligibility
An eligible applicant is a public, private, or independent Texas institution of higher education, as defined in section 61.003 of the Texas Education Code, and as of September 1, 2015, operates an autism research center or a partnership among Texas public, private, or independent institutions of higher education.
- Parent-Directed Treatment: Provision of training services to enable parents (or other home-based caregivers) to provide evidence-based treatments to their children with autism spectrum disorder.
- Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Training for Teachers/Paraprofessionals: Teachers/Paraprofessionals receive behavioral skills training in methodologies and strategies of applied behavior analysis under the guidance of a BCBA training professional.
- Innovative Autism Treatment Models: Research, development, and evaluation of treatment models.
How to Apply
RFA Closed.
Application Information
Grant Cycle 2024 – 2026 for reference:
Autism Grant Program Request for Applications
Important Dates
Apr. 01, 2024
Start of Period of Performance
March 2026
End of Period of Performance
Rules and Regulations
This program is authorized and appropriated by the 88th Texas Legislature, Regular Session through the General Appropriation Act, HB 1, Article III, Rider 40. The Autism Grant Program is administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board under the Texas Administrative Code, Title 19, Part I, Chapter 6, Subchapter K, Rules 6.210-6.218.
Impact
AGP was established in 2015 through House Bill 1, Article III, Rider 68, passed by the 84th Texas Legislature, Regular Session. The program was continued in 2019 through House Bill 1, Article III, Rider 48, passed by the 86th Texas Legislature, Regular Session. Texas Administrative Code Rules 6.210-6.218 govern the program.
