CA ACR152

Declares October 2012 as Dwarfism Awareness Month in California to raise public awareness about people with dwarfism and their contributions to the state.

Recognizes that approximately 3,500 people with dwarfism reside in California, over 30,000 in the United States, and over 650,000 worldwide.

Notes that dwarfism affects bone growth but generally does not affect cognitive abilities, with typical height range of 2 feet 8 inches to 4 feet 5 inches, and over 250 distinct forms exist.

Identifies preferred terminology as "person of short stature," "having dwarfism," or "little person," and notes that "midget" is considered offensive.

Recognizes the Little People of America (LPA), headquartered in Orange County, California, as the nation's oldest and largest support organization for people with dwarfism.