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Bill Summary · HR 58

Summary — House Resolution No. 58 (Michigan): Declare April 2025 as Autism Awareness Month

Status: Adopted
Introduced: Early 2025 (introduced by Rep. John Fitzgerald)
Classification: House resolution (ceremonial/non‑binding)

Main purpose

To designate April 2025 as “Autism Awareness Month” in the state of Michigan and to formally recognize and promote increased public awareness, understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Key provisions

  • Declares April 2025 as Autism Awareness Month in Michigan.
  • Describes Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a neurodevelopmental condition affecting social interaction, communication, and behavior, noting it affects millions worldwide (resolution text cites “more than sixty million people worldwide”).
  • Affirms support for:
    • Promoting understanding and acceptance of people on the autism spectrum.
    • Inclusion of individuals with autism in all aspects of community life.
    • Early intervention and access to appropriate services and supports.
  • Calls on community members and organizations to work together to create more inclusive and supportive environments.
  • Acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of individuals on the autism spectrum.

Sponsors / authors

  • Introduced by Rep. John Fitzgerald.
  • The adopted version lists Representatives Fitzgerald, Alexander, Breen, MacDonell, Outman, Rheingans, Rogers, Weiss, and Young as offering the resolution.

Who is affected

  • Direct legal effects: none. As a resolution, it does not create new rights, duties, funding, or regulatory requirements.
  • Practical/communicative effects: Michigan residents, families, schools, employers, healthcare and social‑service providers, advocacy groups, and community organizations may use the designation to plan awareness events, outreach, training, and public education during April 2025.

Procedural and timeline notes

  • Introduced in early 2025 and subsequently adopted by the Michigan House (text labeled House Resolution No. 58).
  • Being a House resolution, it is a formal, symbolic action by the legislative body and does not require gubernatorial signature or create statutory law.

Fiscal and legal impact

  • The resolution is ceremonial and contains no appropriations or regulatory changes. It has no direct fiscal impact and does not alter legal obligations.

Intended impact

  • Increase public awareness and acceptance of autism.
  • Encourage early identification and access to services.
  • Support community efforts to promote inclusion and equal opportunities for people on the autism spectrum.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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