H.R. No. 312
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, April is World Autism Month, and April 4, 2023, is
being set aside as Texas Autism Advocacy Day at the State Capitol,
providing a fitting opportunity to honor the Autism Society of
America and the Autism Society of Texas for their outstanding work
to promote better understanding of autism; and
WHEREAS, Autism is a complex, lifelong developmental
condition that typically appears during early childhood, and it can
impact a person's social skills, communication, relationships, and
self-regulation; according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention's Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring
Network, about 1 in every 44 children in the United States is
identified with autism spectrum disorder, compared with 1 in 150
three decades ago; and
WHEREAS, One of the oldest autism-focused grassroots
organizations in the United States, ASA launched a nationwide
effort in 1970 to promote autism awareness and improve the quality
of life for those affected by the disorder; the organization went on
to establish a branch in Texas in 1990, and since then, ASA and AST
have supported and empowered countless Texans through initiatives
such as the Navigating Autism helpline, in-person and virtual
support groups, and education and advocacy efforts; today, the
organizations have expanded their missions to emphasize the
importance of promoting inclusivity and accepting those in the
autism community; and
WHEREAS, The cause of autism is unknown, but therapy and
support services can dramatically improve outcomes; early
diagnosis and intervention are crucial to help people living with
autism use their skills and talents to reach their full potential;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby recognize April 4, 2023, as Texas Autism
Advocacy Day at the State Capitol and encourage all Texans to learn
more about autism; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for the Autism Society of America and the Autism Society of
Texas as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of
Representatives.
Hinojosa
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 312 was adopted by the House on March
8, 2023, by the following vote: Yeas 140, Nays 0, 2 present, not
voting.
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Chief Clerk of the House