[Congressional Bills 117th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 747 Introduced in House (IH)]

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117th CONGRESS
  1st Session
H. RES. 747

Supporting the designation of October 2021 as ``Down Syndrome Awareness 
    Month'' and supporting the goals and ideals of ``Down Syndrome 
                           Awareness Month''.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                            October 26, 2021

  Mr. Garbarino (for himself and Mr. Suozzi) submitted the following 
 resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Supporting the designation of October 2021 as ``Down Syndrome Awareness 
    Month'' and supporting the goals and ideals of ``Down Syndrome 
                           Awareness Month''.

Whereas Down syndrome is the most commonly occurring chromosomal condition, 
        happening when an individual has a full or partial extra copy of 
        chromosome 21;
Whereas approximately 1 in every 700 babies in the United States is born with 
        Down syndrome, or around 6,000 births per year;
Whereas Down syndrome occurs in people of all races and economic levels;
Whereas life expectancy for people with Down syndrome has increased dramatically 
        in recent decades, from 25 years of age in 1983, to 60 years of age in 
        2021;
Whereas people with Down syndrome attend school and work, participate in 
        decisions that affect them, have meaningful relationships, vote, and 
        contribute to society in many exceptional ways;
Whereas recent studies have shown that employees with disabilities frequently 
        match the work of their colleagues without disabilities; and
Whereas high-quality educational programs, a stimulating home environment, good 
        health care, and positive support from family, friends, and the 
        community enable people with Down syndrome to lead fulfilling and 
        productive lives: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the designation of ``Down Syndrome Awareness 
        Month'';
            (2) supports the goals and ideals of ``Down Syndrome 
        Awareness Month'';
            (3) encourages awareness and education regarding Down 
        syndrome; and
            (4) is committed to advancing the lives of people with Down 
        syndrome, including the integration of people with Down 
        syndrome within the workforce.
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