Nonprofit · EIN 47-5671663
TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP
Tax-exempt · SAN ANTONIO, TX 78259
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $29,135 | $19,869 | $9,266 | $19,145 | – | $19,145 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $27,729 | $26,534 | $1,195 | $9,879 | – | $9,879 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Membership dues
- $29,135
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $19,538
- Other expenses
- $331
- Program services (functional)
- $18,030
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $9,879
- Total assets, end of year
- $19,145
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $19,145
- Cash, savings and investments
- $19,145
- Gross receipts
- $29,135
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELLEN RHOADS | President-ELECT | 3 | $0 |
| CHRISTINA MARTIN | COMMUNICATIONS | 2 | $0 |
| LUPE CASTANEDA | TREASURER | 3 | $0 |
| MARIEL CREMONIE-FERNANDEZ | PRESIDENT | 7 | $0 |
| ANNA SCIARILLO | SECRETARY | 3 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNY PERRY | COMMUNICATIONS | 2 | $0 |
| RANY THOMMEN | President | 3 | $0 |
| CHRISTINA MARTIN | COMMUNICATIONS | 2 | $0 |
| BERENICE DE LA CRUZ | TREASURER | 3 | $0 |
| MARIEL CREMONIE-FERNANDEZ | Pres-Elect | 3 | $0 |
| ANNA SCIARILLO | SECRETARY | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 2623 RIO BRAZOS, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78259-2646
- In care of
- % LUPE CASTANEDA
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Lupe Castaneda, TREASURER
- Phone
- (210) 702-0515
- Return prepared by
- Anderson Spector & Co PC
Mission
THE MISSION OF THE TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP IS TO REVIEW AND ACT ON LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY AND OTHER ISSUES IMPACTING BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS AND CONSUMERS IN TEXAS.
Program accomplishments
- The mission of the TXABA Public Policy Group is to review and act on legislative activity and other issues impacting behavior analysts and consumers in Texas.The organization held online monthly meetings of the officers and quarterly meetings with members of the advisory committee. These meetings provided information related to public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas and included planning for the organization's activities.The legislative priorities in 2024 were the following:1. Permanent inclusion of Telehealth for Autism Services Medicaid and MedicaidWaiver programs.2. Autism Insurance Equity- Aligns the Texas Autism Mandate with state and federalMental Health Parity requirements.3. Expedited Credentialing for Medicaid Managed Care & Commercial HealthPlans- allows ABA agencies already contracted with a payer to expedite credentialingfor their LBAs and LaBAs thus allowing autistic individuals to access care faster.4. Support for Exceptional Item 24: Rate Increases for the Medicaid AutismServices Benefit - will allow for increased rates for the autism services benefit, thus increasing network adequacy and improving access to care for Medicaid beneficiaries.The TxABA PPG has 5 Task Forces to help move forth these legislative priorities:1. Insurance, 2. Medicaid, 3. Public Education, 4. Technology and 5. AdultServices.The Insurance Task Force met X via Zoom. The Insurance Task Force engaged in thefollowing: Actively participated in the 2023 Legislative Session activities Attended the TxABA Day at the Capital, hearings, contacted legislators,provided written and in-person/virtual testimony Conducted 13 Task Force Meetings Leadership attended the TxABA PPG Quarterly Leadership Meetings Invited guests to attend task force meetings to collaborate Joy Pollard, CASP Telehealth SIG Chair Former TxABA PPG lobbyist- Chris MaseyThe Medicaid Task Force activities included:a) Provided testimony multiple times at rate hearings, bill hearings, advocating for adequate and sustainable Medicaid reimbursement rates.b) Participated in coalition meetings, bringing stakeholders from other organizations together to address concerns with the Texas Medicaid Autism Services benefit, including applied behavior analysis.c) Held bi-monthly statewide meetings to identify barriers, gather provider feedback,and offer ongoing support.d) Participated in a recurring workgroup focused on improving the PEMS system,contributing to long-term solutions.e) Participated with and presented to the Policy Council for Children and Families.f) Regularly collaborated with Texas Health and Human Services Commission,discussing and problem solving concerns and barriers related to access to care.The Public Education Taskforce goal is to review and act upon legislative activity and public policy issues in public education that impact behavior analysts and the students they serve. The following are the legislative priorities:a) Regional centersb) Restraint/seclusionc) Early picks upsd) Increase ability for behavior analysts to observe and collaborate with teachers in the school environmente) Allow ABA services that are medically prescribed and covered by healthinsurance to be provided in the school environmentIn 2024, there were 8 members present for the meeting. Discussion topics included:a) Requiring FBAs prior to the development of BIPs in schoolsb) Self-advocacy skills to individuals with disabilitiesc) Training parents on the TEA autism supplementd) Training BCBA to navigate the school systemThe goal of the TxABA Public Policy Technology Task Force is to research, review, and act on legislative activity and other issues related to the integration, regulation, and ethical use of advanced technology within Applied Behavior Analysis. This includes emerging tools such as telehealth, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, wearable technologies, data storage and analysis systems, and other digital applications that impact service delivery, supervision, training, and client outcomes. In 2024, the TxABA Public Policy Technology Task Force focused on reviewing existing policies and literature on advanced technologies to provide guidance for the ethical and effective use of emerging technologies in behavior analysis. The primary effort centered on drafting a white paper on virtual and augmented reality, outlining current applications, ethical considerations, and implications for service delivery and research Task Force member Dr. Leslie Neely prepared a presentation titled Introduction to AI in Applied Behavior Analysis: Ethical Considerations and Practical Implications, which was delivered in January 2025 to 194 attendees, promoting awareness of artificial intelligence and its growing role in ABA practice. Members also participated in TxABA Public Policy Group Day at the Capitol and Legislative Action Week, contributing to advocacy efforts related to Senate Bill 2190(SB2190) and other initiatives impacting technology use and service accessibility in Texas.In 2023, the Adult Services Task Force was established and met once to identify potential legislative priorities and next steps including:a) researching adult services programs in other statesb) evaluating funding resources in Texas and neighboring statesc) identify prioritiesThe organization continues to maintain two Facebook pages. The first page is for the general public (Behavior Analysis Online) and provides information regarding public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas. The second Facebook page is limited to members of the organization. TxABA PPG maintained its presence on X and added both Instagram and LinkedIn.Officers and members of the organization, plus members of the general public having interests consistent with the group, provided testimony at legislative committee and public agency hearings related to public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas. Officers of the organization met with representatives of other public interest groups to educate them regarding public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas, and to learn from them of issues important to them and their constituents, and to plan cooperation related to issues of mutual interest. The organization distributed by email to members and other interested persons information regarding public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas, organization plans, activities, and events. These emails included a call for action by members regarding public policy issues potentially affecting and/or of interest to behavior analysis in Texas. The TxABA Public Policy Group presented at national and state ABA conferences to encourage others to engage in public policy and advocacy initiatives and share the work being done in Texas.Expenses $18,030
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 47-5671663
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(6): Business league or chamber of commerce
- Donations deductible
- No
- Exempt since
- 2017
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- Community improvement and capacity building (S41)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $19,145
- Income (IRS master file)
- $29,135
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $29,135 | $19,869 | $19,145 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $27,729 | $26,534 | $9,879 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 47-5671663).
Questions about TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP
- What is the EIN of TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP is 47-5671663.
- Is TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(6) since 2017.
- Are donations to TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP tax-deductible?
- No. The IRS master file says contributions to it are not deductible.
- Which annual return does TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
- Who are the officers and directors of TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does TXABA PUBLIC POLICY GROUP have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $29,135, expenses of $19,869 and total assets of $19,145 at year end.
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