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DE HR37
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/31/2010
Primary Sponsor
Richard Cathcart
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AI Summary
- Declares April 2010 as Autism Awareness Month in Delaware
- Recognizes autism as a lifelong developmental disability affecting communication, social behavior, and learning
- Notes autism is the third most common developmental disability, affecting over 1 million people nationally and approximately 1,200 individuals and families in Delaware
- Highlights that Delaware's student population with autism more than doubled over 10 years, with graduates projected to increase from 5 in 2000 to 25 in 2010
- Emphasizes need for adult services, support for individuals with mild autism and Asperger's Syndrome, and assistance for families facing financial, emotional, and social challenges
Legislative Description
Declaring April, 2010 As Autism Awareness Month In Delaware.
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
3/31/2010
Full Bill Text
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