H.R. No. 871
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The observance of World Autism Awareness Day on
  April 2, 2023, provides a fitting opportunity to promote better
  understanding of autism and the issues faced by individuals living
  with the disorder; and
         WHEREAS, In 2007, WAAD was established by the United Nations
  as a platform to raise public awareness about the neurological
  condition and to highlight the need to improve quality of life for
  those with autism spectrum disorder; and
         WHEREAS, ASD encompasses a range of health conditions that
  can cause social, communication, and behavioral challenges; people
  experience the disorder to varying degrees, and symptoms can
  include being nonverbal, engaging in atypical speech patterns and
  repetitive behaviors, and having significantly high or low levels
  of sensitivity to various sensory stimuli; and
         WHEREAS, In recent years, many medical professionals and
  researchers have embraced the neurodiversity paradigm, moving away
  from the idea of "curing" autism and instead focusing on supporting
  those affected by it; in addition to helping restore dignity and
  self-esteem, this shift has allowed individuals with autism and
  their families to concentrate on securing access to the services
  they need; and
         WHEREAS, World Autism Awareness Day serves to foster an
  environment of compassion and acceptance for those impacted by this
  complex disorder, and all Texans are encouraged to affirm their
  commitment to this worthwhile goal; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby recognize April 2, 2023, as World Autism
  Awareness Day.
 
  Lalani
  Cain
  Allen
  Cole
  Orr
 
  ______________________________
  Speaker of the House     
 
         I certify that H.R. No. 871 was adopted by the House on March
  30, 2023, by a non-record vote.
 
  ______________________________
  Chief Clerk of the House