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HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
DIGEST OF INTRODUCED RESOL UTION
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing March 21,
2025, as World Down Syndrome Day.
Goss-Reaves
_______________________, read first time and referred to Committee on
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First Regular Session of the 124th General Assembly (2025)
HOUSE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. ____
1 A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION recognizing March 21,
2 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day.
3 Whereas, World Down Syndrome Day is a global celebration
4 honoring the people living with Down syndrome, recognizing
5 their unique talents, contributions, and the love they bring to
6 their families and communities;
7 Whereas, The United Nations recognized World Down
8 Syndrome Day in 2012, and it has been observed annually on
9 March 21, symbolizing the triplication of the 21st chromosome
10 that causes Down syndrome;
11 Whereas, This special day serves as an opportunity to raise
12 awareness, promote inclusion, and highlight the value of
13 individuals with Down syndrome, ensuring they are supported
14 and given opportunities to reach their full potential;
15 Whereas, Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal
16 condition in the United States;
17 Whereas, An estimated 250,700 children, teens, and adults in
18 the United States live with Down syndrome;
19 Whereas, Down syndrome is not related to race, nationality,
20 religion, or socioeconomic status;
21 Whereas, With the right support, individuals with Down
22 syndrome lead healthy and fulfilling lives while making
23 meaningful contributions to their families and communities;
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1 Whereas, World Down Syndrome Day encourages
2 participants from across the world to celebrate the
3 achievements, resilience, and aspirations of individuals with
4 Down syndrome;
5 Whereas, Groups, such as The Arc of Indiana and Down
6 Syndrome Indiana, help to recognize World Down Syndrome
7 Day by increasing awareness of Down syndrome and offering
8 support to individuals and families;
9 Whereas, These groups advocate for legislation, regulation,
10 and policies that make a positive difference in the lives of
11 Hoosiers with intellectual and other developmental disabilities
12 such as Down syndrome;
13 Whereas, In the spirit of raising awareness in a fun and
14 engaging way, the Rock Your Socks event encourages people to
15 wear brightly colored or mismatched socks, sparking
16 conversations and showing solidarity with the Down syndrome
17 community; and
18 Whereas, World Down Syndrome Day seeks to create a single
19 global voice for people living with Down syndrome and
20 increase awareness of the impact those with Down syndrome
21 have on their communities: Therefore,
22 Be it resolved by the House of Representatives
23 of the General Assembly of the State of Indiana,
24 the Senate concurring:
25 SECTION 1. That the Indiana General Assembly recognizes
26 March 21, 2025, as World Down Syndrome Day.
27 SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of
28 Representatives shall transmit copies of this resolution to State
29 Representative Lori Goss-Reaves for distribution.
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