H.R. No. 1678
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The TEAM MARIO Superheroes 5K Run for Autism and
Buddy Fun Walk are being held in Edinburg on April 11, 2015, in
observance of National Autism Awareness Month; and
WHEREAS, The fastest growing developmental disability in the
United States, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is more common than
childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes, and pediatric AIDS combined;
the incidence rate of ASD, which includes autistic, Asperger's, and
childhood disintegrative disorders, has increased from 1 in 10,000
children 30 years ago to 1 in 68 today; though there is no cure,
research shows that early intervention and specialized therapies
can significantly improve quality of life for individuals with ASD;
and
WHEREAS, A nonprofit autism awareness organization, TEAM
MARIO takes its name from a young boy who was diagnosed with ASD
before his second birthday; inspired by the determination he has
shown in overcoming numerous challenges, his parents and therapists
founded the organization in order to give hope to other children and
families affected by ASD; TEAM MARIO advocates for the safety,
acceptance, and independence of individuals on the autism spectrum
and provides invaluable resources to help them reach their full
potential; and
WHEREAS, TEAM MARIO sponsors programs specifically for
children with ASD and for their families, while also working to
raise public awareness of the disorder through a variety of events
that the entire community can enjoy; in addition to its Superheroes
5K Run for Autism and Buddy Fun Walk, the organization is putting on
an Autism Awareness "Piece" Out Campaign in the community and local
schools during the month of April; and
WHEREAS, The TEAM MARIO Superheroes 5K Run for Autism and
Buddy Fun Walk provide area residents with an ideal opportunity to
raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder while supporting an
organization that provides invaluable support to many young Texans
and their families; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 84th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the Superheroes 5K Run for Autism
and Buddy Fun Walk in Edinburg and extend sincere best wishes to the
organizers and participants for a meaningful and memorable event;
and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for TEAM MARIO as an expression of high regard by the Texas
House of Representatives.
Canales
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1678 was adopted by the House on April
23, 2015, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House