SR0635 96TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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SENATE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex neurobiological disorder that affects the social, learning, and behavioral skills of those affected by it; and

WHEREAS, Autism impacts one out of every 110 children in the United States and is the fastest growing developmental disability; and

WHEREAS, Autism can affect anyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, or other factors; and

WHEREAS, Because a cure for autism has not been found, individuals with autism can be assisted in reaching their greatest potential through accurate early diagnosis, appropriate education, and intervention; and

WHEREAS, Families of children with autism bear an enormous financial burden of providing needing services and healthcare; and

WHEREAS, Public information and awareness efforts are important in accelerating early identification efforts and the expansion of early intervention programs; and

WHEREAS, The United Nations has announced "World Autism Day", which will be held on April 2, 2010 in order to call attention to this worldwide disability; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE NINETY-SIXTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize April 2, 2010 and April 2 of each year thereafter, as "World Autism Day" in the State of Illinois; and be it further

RESOLVED, That every individual with autism is a valued and important member of our society and should be acknowledged and recognized on this important day; and be it further

RESOLVED, That we recognize the parents and relatives of those individuals with autism for their sacrifice and dedication in providing for the needs of individuals with autism.