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LA HR157
Resolution
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Troy Hebert
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AI Summary
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Designates Wednesday, May 14, 2025, as Apraxia Awareness Day at the Louisiana state capitol, aligning with the national observance date
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Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder affecting approximately 1 in 1,000 children and is often misdiagnosed due to its rarity
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CAS requires frequent, intensive speech therapy focused on motor learning principles, with trained professionals difficult for families to locate
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Encourages all Louisianians to support initiatives helping children with communication disorders like apraxia
Legislative Description
Designates May 14, 2025, as Apraxia Awareness Day at the state capitol
SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
5/15/2025