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IL SR1220

Resolution

Status

Failed

1/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mary Edly-Allen

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Origin

Senate

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates October 20-26, 2024 as Invisible Disabilities Week in Illinois
  • Recognizes that approximately 66 million Americans (20% of the population) live with invisible disabilities that are not readily apparent
  • Notes that nearly half of Americans (165 million people) live with chronic medical conditions, including chronic illnesses, chronic pain, and injuries
  • Acknowledges that people with invisible disabilities often face skepticism and lack of support, funding, accommodations, and medical resources due to the non-obvious nature of their conditions
  • Recognizes the Invisible Disabilities Association's mission to educate the public and connect people and organizations affected by illness, pain, and disability

Legislative Description

INVISIBLE DISABILITIES WEEK

Last Action

Session Sine Die

1/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Assignments10/11/2024

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