Bill Text: IL HR0616 | 2023-2024 | 103rd General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Declares April 2024 as Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month in the State of Illinois to help increase public awareness of the need to support individuals with autism and the family members, medical professionals, and human services professionals who help care for individuals with autism.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 20-0)

Status: (Passed) 2024-04-02 - Resolution Adopted by Voice Vote [HR0616 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2023-HR0616-Introduced.html

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HOUSE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Autism is a general term used to describe a
complex group of neurological conditions known as autism
spectrum disorders, which are characterized by atypical
development in socialization, communication, and behavior,
making it challenging for those with autism to relate to the
world around them; and
WHEREAS, According to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, more than 3.5 million Americans live with an
autism spectrum disorder, and one out of every 59 American
children born today will be diagnosed with autism; and
WHEREAS, Approximately two-thirds of children with autism
between the ages of 6 and 15 have been the victims of bullying;
and
WHEREAS, Over the past several years, significant progress
has been made in the areas of research, diagnostic practice,
and therapy for individuals with autism; early and appropriate
intervention can result in significant improvements in quality
of life, independent functioning, and a reduction in care
costs; and
WHEREAS, It is imperative that Illinois adopt public

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policies that reduce the burdens on families caring for people
with autism and that allow people with autism to reach their
full potential and self-sufficiency; therefore, be it