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MI HR0220
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/27/2012
Primary Sponsor
Lesia Liss
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AI Summary
- Declares April 2012 as Autism Awareness Month in Michigan
- Recognizes that 1.5 million Americans live with autism spectrum disorder, which is four times more likely to occur in boys than girls
- Notes that autism is a lifelong neurological condition affecting social interaction and communication skills that can impact families across all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Emphasizes that early intervention services significantly improve outcomes for people with autism and can reduce future funding and service needs
- Acknowledges the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council's role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and the collaborative efforts to improve opportunities for independent and productive lives for people with autism
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare April 2012 as Autism Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Autism Awareness Month
Last Action
Adopted
3/27/2012
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