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Recognizing Neurodivergent Contributions to the United States

This House Resolution highlights the importance and contributions of neurodivergent individuals to U.S. society. It aims to raise awareness, promote inclusion, and eliminate prejudice, potentially leading to greater opportunities and better support for millions of neurodivergent citizens in their daily lives and work.
Key points
The resolution acknowledges that neurodivergent individuals, estimated at 15-20% of the population, make significant contributions to science, technology, arts, and other fields.
It encourages continued efforts to raise awareness about neurodiversity, promote inclusion, and eliminate ableism.
It emphasizes that full inclusion of neurodivergent individuals is a matter of basic civil rights and will strengthen U.S. society.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1111
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Process start date: 2024-04-02