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Expressing support for the designation of September 19, 2026, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-1050| House 
| Updated: 2/10/2026
Michael Lawler

Michael Lawler

Republican Representative

New York

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution expresses support for designating September 19, 2026, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day," aiming to address significant racial inequities in the diagnosis, treatment, and societal experiences of Black autistic individuals. These individuals often face misdiagnosis, underrepresentation in research, and difficulty accessing culturally competent care. The day seeks to raise awareness about these disparities, promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion, and advocate for justice and equity. It emphasizes amplifying the voices of Black autistic individuals and recognizes that true acceptance involves challenging biases, building community, and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities throughout their lives, celebrating neurological differences as natural variations.
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Timeline
Feb 10, 2026
Submitted in House
Feb 10, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • February 10, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • February 10, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Health

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-752: Expressing support for the designation of September 19, 2025, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day".

Expressing support for the designation of September 19, 2026, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day".

USA119th CongressHRES-1050| House 
| Updated: 2/10/2026
This resolution expresses support for designating September 19, 2026, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day," aiming to address significant racial inequities in the diagnosis, treatment, and societal experiences of Black autistic individuals. These individuals often face misdiagnosis, underrepresentation in research, and difficulty accessing culturally competent care. The day seeks to raise awareness about these disparities, promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion, and advocate for justice and equity. It emphasizes amplifying the voices of Black autistic individuals and recognizes that true acceptance involves challenging biases, building community, and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities throughout their lives, celebrating neurological differences as natural variations.
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Timeline
Feb 10, 2026
Submitted in House
Feb 10, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • February 10, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • February 10, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Michael Lawler

Michael Lawler

Republican Representative

New York

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HRES 119-752: Expressing support for the designation of September 19, 2025, as "Black Autism Acceptance and Awareness Day".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted