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DE HR9

Resolution

Status

Introduced

4/6/2017

Primary Sponsor

Earl Jaques

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Origin

House of Representatives

149th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Recognizes April 2017 as Autism Awareness Month in Delaware
  • Notes autism spectrum disorder affects more than 3 million people in the United States, with prevalence increasing from 1 in 2,500 births in 1995 to approximately 1 in 68 today
  • Acknowledges autism is a neurological disorder affecting learning, interactive behaviors, and communication abilities across all demographic groups
  • Encourages citizens to raise public awareness of autism spectrum disorder and increase knowledge of available programs and services for affected individuals and families

Legislative Description

Recognizing April 2017 As Autism Awareness Month.

Last Action

Passed In House by Voice Vote

4/6/2017

Full Bill Text

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