AL HJR378

Recognizes InfantSEE, a program sponsored by the American Optometry Association that provides free eye and vision evaluations to infants ages 6-12 months regardless of family income or insurance coverage.

Early detection of eye disorders during infancy is essential to prevent lifelong visual disabilities, social impairments, and healthcare costs.

One in 10 children faces risk from undiagnosed eye and vision problems, yet only 14 percent of children from infancy to age six receive comprehensive eye assessments from professionals.

Promotes awareness of the InfantSEE program as a complement to pediatrician routine well-care visits for early identification and treatment of infant eye disorders.

Adopted by the House on April 17, 2012 and the Senate on May 2, 2012.