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DE HCR10
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/21/2013
Primary Sponsor
Valerie Longhurst
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AI Summary
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Designates March 2013 as "Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month" in Delaware.
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Requests the Governor issue a proclamation calling upon state agencies and Delaware residents to observe the month with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities.
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Notes that approximately 57 million people nationwide and nearly 20,000 adults and children in Delaware have disabilities.
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Recognizes Delaware's previous legislation promoting "People First Language" and the self-advocacy efforts of Delawareans with disabilities.
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Affirms that people with developmental disabilities have the same rights to education, employment, recreation, and housing as other residents.
Legislative Description
Proclaiming March 2013 “developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” And Requesting The Governor Issue A Proclamation For “developmental Disabilities Awareness Month”.
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT
3/21/2013