III 109th CONGRESS 1st Session S. CON. RES. 48 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 27, 2005 Mr. Durbin (for himself and Mr. Cornyn) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs CONCURRENT RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to promote public awareness of Down syndrome.

Whereas Down syndrome affects people of all races and economic levels; Whereas Down syndrome is the most frequently occurring chromosomal abnormality; Whereas 1 in every 800 to 1,000 children is born with Down syndrome; Whereas more than 350,000 people in the United States have Down syndrome; Whereas 5,000 children with Down syndrome are born each year; Whereas as the mortality rate associated with Down syndrome in the United States decreases, the prevalence of individuals with Down syndrome in the United States will increase; Whereas some experts project that the number of people with Down syndrome will double by 2013; Whereas individuals with Down syndrome are becoming increasingly integrated into society and community organizations, such as schools, health care systems, work forces, and social and recreational activities; Whereas more and more people in the United States interact with individuals with Down syndrome, increasing the need for widespread public acceptance and education; and Whereas a greater understanding of Down syndrome and advancements in treatment of Down syndrome-related health problems have allowed people with Down syndrome to enjoy fuller and more active lives: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of Congress that— (1)the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp to promote public awareness of Down syndrome; and (2)the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.