https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7983703&GUID=2C1C3214-09E5-4670-8497-D02F3616A958Legistar15https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7983703&GUID=2C1C3214-09E5-4670-8497-D02F3616A9582C1C3214-09E5-4670-8497-D02F3616A958-2026-04-22-22-34-59Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING APRIL AS AUTISM AWARENESS AND ACCEPTANCE MONTH IN COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction, impacting individuals and families throughout Cook County; and WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1 in 36 children in the United States is identified with autism, highlighting the importance of awareness, early diagnosis, and access to services; and WHEREAS, autism can often be reliably diagnosed by age two, and early intervention services can significantly improve communication, learning, and long-term outcomes; an WHEREAS, Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month goes beyond awareness by promoting understanding, inclusion, and respect for individuals on the autism spectrum; and WHEREAS, autism is a lifelong condition, and many individuals require continued support into adulthood, including access to employment, housing, and independent living resources; and WHEREAS, significant disparities in diWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:34:59 GMT