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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 433
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WHEREAS, Autism is a lifelong developmental disability |
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that is estimated to affect 1 in every 36 children in the United |
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States; and |
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WHEREAS, Individuals living with autism may experience |
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challenges with communication and social interaction, and other |
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characteristics of autism spectrum disorder include repetitive |
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activities and behaviors, resistance to changes in environment |
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and daily routines, and sensory processing difficulties; and |
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WHEREAS, Although the underlying causes of autism are |
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complex and not yet fully understood, individuals with autism can |
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benefit greatly from early diagnosis, intervention, and |
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appropriate education, which can help them transition to greater |
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independence in later life; and |
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WHEREAS, El Paso is home to many organizations that are |
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dedicated to raising public awareness about autism and rallying |
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support for those individuals and families who are affected; |
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these organizations include Angel's Mission, which works to |
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promote inclusion and to empower the families of people with |
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autism and other disabilities, and PdN Children's, which offers a |
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variety of programs designed to help children with autism, |
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language delays, and other developmental challenges to reach |
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their full potential; and |
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WHEREAS, Autism Acceptance Month is taking place in |
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April, and this observance serves as a fitting opportunity to |
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celebrate the strengths and contributions made by individuals |
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with autism and to honor those who are working toward a future |
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where all neurodivergent people are valued and accepted; now, |
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therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th |
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Legislature, hereby recognize Angel's Mission and PdN Children's |
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on the occasion of Autism Acceptance Month and extend heartfelt |
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best wishes to all those who are striving to make El Paso a more |
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inclusive place for persons with autism. |
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Blanco |
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President of the Senate |
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I hereby certify that the |
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above Resolution was adopted by |
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the Senate on April 22, 2025. |
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Secretary of the Senate |
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Member, Texas Senate |