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HCR 24

Recognizing the 70th anniversary of The Arc of Indiana and honoring its enduring leadership and advocacy for Hoosiers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Andrade and 47 co-sponsors

The Arc of Indiana’s 70th anniversary is publicly recognized to commend its leadership and advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Bill Summary · HCR 24

Summary of Bill: HCR 24 (Indiana, 2026)

Title

Recognizing the 70th anniversary of The Arc of Indiana and honoring its enduring leadership and advocacy for Hoosiers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Purpose and Intent

  • To recognize and celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Arc of Indiana (The Arc) and to commend the organization for its leadership, advocacy, and impact on Hoosiers with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families.
  • To acknowledge The Arc’s role in advancing public policy, services, and civil/human rights for individuals with IDD.
  • To encourage ongoing recognition and support of The Arc’s mission, and to reaffirm Indiana’s commitment to inclusion, equity, and accessibility.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: Congratulates The Arc of Indiana on its 70th anniversary and commends its leadership, innovation, and advocacy for individuals with IDD and their families.
  • Section 2: Expresses sincere appreciation to The Arc’s members, volunteers, staff, board, chapters, self-advocates, and families for their contributions statewide.
  • Section 3: Encourages all Hoosiers to recognize and support The Arc of Indiana’s mission and to continue collaborative efforts toward a more inclusive and accessible Indiana.
  • Section 4: Directs the Principal Clerk of the House to transmit copies of the resolution to State Representative Ed Clere for distribution to The Arc of Indiana.

Who/What Is Affected

  • The Arc of Indiana and its network (statewide organization, chapters, staff, volunteers, self-advocates, families) receive formal recognition and appreciation from the Indiana General Assembly.
  • The broader public is encouraged to acknowledge and support The Arc’s mission and goals.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • This is a concurrent resolution (HCR 24) introduced in the 2026 Second Regular Session of the 124th General Assembly.
  • It underwent standard intro and committee referral processes; co-authors and a broad slate of sponsors in both the House and Senate were listed.
  • Specific action history indicates introduction and consideration in early 2026, with referrals and cosponsorship updates maintained as the bill progressed.

Notable Details

  • The measure emphasizes historical context: The Arc of Indiana’s founding in 1956 by families seeking dignity, opportunity, and inclusion; its role in closing state institutions and expanding home-and-community-based services.
  • It highlights The Arc’s initiatives such as The Arc MasterTrust (long-term financial planning) and Erskine Green Training Institute (vocational training leading to competitive employment).
  • The resolution frames inclusion, equity, and respect for all Hoosiers as core Indiana values reinforced by The Arc’s work.

Impact and Significance

  • Symbolic/ceremonial impact: Provides formal recognition from the state legislature, potentially elevating public awareness of IDD advocacy and The Arc’s contributions.
  • Policy/advocacy impact: Signals ongoing state support for inclusive policies and services, and may bolster public support for IDD-related initiatives and funding considerations.
  • Community impact: Reinforces collaboration among families, self-advocates, educators, employers, and service providers to advance opportunities for people with IDD.

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

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