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DE HCR80
Concurrent Resolution
Status
5/12/2016
Primary Sponsor
Valerie Longhurst
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AI Summary
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Designates May 12, 2016, as a day to formally recognize and commend speech-language pathologists and audiologists in Delaware
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Acknowledges that an estimated 40 million Americans have communication disorders, costing the U.S. approximately $154 to $186 billion annually in lost productivity, special education, and medical treatment
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Notes that speech-language impairments are the most prevalent disability category for children ages 3-5 and the second most prevalent for students ages 6-21 under IDEA Part B
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Recognizes certified speech-language pathologists and audiologists in Delaware who hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Expresses the Legislature's gratitude for the professional services these specialists provide to Delaware citizens with communication disorders across all ages
Legislative Description
Recognizing Speech-language Pathologists And Audiologists And Commending Their Skills And Contributions Towards Improving The Quality Of Life For The Citizens Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 20 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 1 ABSENT 0 VACANT
5/12/2016