Profound Autism Day; March 17, 2025; recognize

HR 693 is a symbolic resolution recognizing March 17, 2025, as "Profound Autism Day" to highlight the unique needs of individuals with profound autism. It defines profound autism as a condition requiring 24/7 care due to severe intellectual disability or minimal communication skills, citing CDC data showing 26.7% of autistic 8-year-olds fall into this category. The resolution emphasizes that people with profound autism - often girls, from minority groups, or with additional health challenges - are frequently excluded from support programs. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new policies but aims to raise awareness and promote inclusion for this group and their caregivers.