Recognizing the 75th anniversary of The Arc of the United States, a leading organization promoting and protecting the civil and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supporting their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.

This House Resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of The Arc of the United States , an organization founded in 1950 by parents and friends of children with intellectual disabilities. Initially motivated to keep children at home and ensure their inclusion, The Arc expanded its mission to advocate for the rights and services of adults with disabilities. A significant early achievement was the 1971 PARC v. Pennsylvania case, which secured the right to a free, appropriate public education for children with disabilities and inspired the landmark Education for All Handicapped Children Act. Since its inception, The Arc has been instrumental in advocating for critical legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicaid coverage for long-term supports. It has also led landmark litigation to promote rights in public education, deinstitutionalization, housing, and medical treatment without discrimination. Today, with nearly 600 chapters, The Arc continues to partner with various entities to advocate for and connect individuals to essential services, advancing its mission to protect the civil and human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout their lifetimes.