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A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION
20-21
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
March 5, 2013
To recognize the many contributions of people with developmental disabilities and the importance of a fully inclusive community for all people in every aspect of life in the District of Columbia, and to declare the month of March 2013 as “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” in the District of Columbia.
WHEREAS, developmental disabilities affect more than 7 million Americans and their families in the United States;
WHEREAS, the Arc of the District of Columbia, the District of Columbia Department on Disability Services, the District of Columbia Developmental Disabilities Council, Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, Project ACTION!, Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities, and University Legal Services continue to participate in the national observance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and provide service to District residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they may be welcomed into our community without prejudice;
WHEREAS, when people with disabilities are welcomed in our neighborhoods, workplaces, schools, places of worship, and recreational venues, everyone benefits; and
WHEREAS, the District of Columbia working with advocacy and service organizations is committed to increasing awareness of intellectual and developmental disabilities and supporting people as vital and contributing members of our community.
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Recognition Resolution of 2013”.
Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes the contributions of people with developmental disabilities, and declares the month of March as “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” in the District of Columbia as a confirmation of the District’s continued support to our residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those who support them to achieve their goals.
Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.
