SPONSOR: Rep. K. Williams on behalf of all Representatives & Sen. Poore on behalf of all Senators HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 24 RECOGNIZING APRIL 2025 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE AND INCLUSION MONTH AND RECOGNIZING AUTISM DELAWARES SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF DELAWARE.
SPONSOR: Rep. K. Williams on behalf of all Representatives & Sen. Poore on behalf of all Senators
SPONSOR: Rep. K. Williams on behalf of all Representatives & Sen. Poore on behalf of all Senators
SPONSOR:
Rep. K. Williams on behalf of all Representatives & Sen. Poore on behalf of all Senators
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
153rd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 24
RECOGNIZING APRIL 2025 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE AND INCLUSION MONTH AND RECOGNIZING AUTISM DELAWARES SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE OF DELAWARE.
WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an urgent public health crisis because today, ASD is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States, affecting more than 5 million people; and WHEREAS, in 1995 the prevalence of ASD was 1 in 2,500 births and today it is approximately 1 in 36 births; and WHEREAS, ASD is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the human brain, and can affect anyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background; and WHEREAS, symptoms and characteristics of ASD may present themselves in a variety of ways and are different for each person affected; and WHEREAS, ASD can result in significant lifelong impairment of an individuals ability to learn, develop healthy interactive behaviors, and understand verbal, as well as non-verbal, communication; and WHEREAS, family caregivers must provide comprehensive support for autistic children and adults, including daily care, educational assistance, housing, healthcare management, advocacy, and facilitating social interactions; and WHEREAS, fostering community engagement and collaboration is essential to ensure caregivers have access to adequate resources and support systems, empowering them in their vital responsibilities; and WHEREAS, the effort to address ASD continues with doctors, therapists, and educators helping individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder overcome or adjust to their challenges by providing early, accurate diagnosis, and the resulting appropriate education, intervention, and therapy that is vital to future growth and development; and WHEREAS, autistic individuals should have access to the lifelong care and the services needed to pursue the full measure of personal happiness and achieve their greatest potential; and WHEREAS, for over 25 years, Autism Delaware has been a leader in providing services and advocacy for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in Delaware. NOW, THEREFORE: BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 153rd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the Senate concurring therein, that April 2025 is recognized as Autism Acceptance and Inclusion Month in the State of Delaware. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the State of Delaware recognizes Autism Delaware for years of dedicated work that improves the lives of Delawareans with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is an urgent public health crisis because today, ASD is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States, affecting more than 5 million people; and
WHEREAS, in 1995 the prevalence of ASD was 1 in 2,500 births and today it is approximately 1 in 36 births; and
WHEREAS, ASD is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the human brain, and can affect anyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic background; and
WHEREAS, symptoms and characteristics of ASD may present themselves in a variety of ways and are different for each person affected; and
WHEREAS, ASD can result in significant lifelong impairment of an individuals ability to learn, develop healthy interactive behaviors, and understand verbal, as well as non-verbal, communication; and
WHEREAS, family caregivers must provide comprehensive support for autistic children and adults, including daily care, educational assistance, housing, healthcare management, advocacy, and facilitating social interactions; and
WHEREAS, fostering community engagement and collaboration is essential to ensure caregivers have access to adequate resources and support systems, empowering them in their vital responsibilities; and
WHEREAS, the effort to address ASD continues with doctors, therapists, and educators helping individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder overcome or adjust to their challenges by providing early, accurate diagnosis, and the resulting appropriate education, intervention, and therapy that is vital to future growth and development; and
WHEREAS, autistic individuals should have access to the lifelong care and the services needed to pursue the full measure of personal happiness and achieve their greatest potential; and
WHEREAS, for over 25 years, Autism Delaware has been a leader in providing services and advocacy for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families in Delaware.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 153rd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the Senate concurring therein, that April 2025 is recognized as Autism Acceptance and Inclusion Month in the State of Delaware.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the State of Delaware recognizes Autism Delaware for years of dedicated work that improves the lives of Delawareans with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
SYNOPSIS This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance and Inclusion Month and Autism Delaware's years of service to the people of Delaware.
SYNOPSIS
This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes April 2025 as Autism Acceptance and Inclusion Month and Autism Delaware's years of service to the people of Delaware.