HR 299 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to declare April 23, 2026, as Autism Acceptance Day in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates April 23, 2026, as Autism Acceptance Day throughout the state of Michigan. It directly affects state residents by encouraging them to promote understanding and inclusion for individuals with autism spectrum disorder on that specific date. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness and reduce stigma. By officially recognizing the day, the legislature aims to highlight the importance of supporting neurodiverse individuals and their families.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

Apr 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

Apr 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced Apr 29, 2026 Last action Apr 29, 2026

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What changed between versions

House Introduced Resolution → House Adopted Resolution · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill text was reformatted to remove internal tracking codes and line numbers, while adding the names of the co-sponsors. The substantive policy content, including the declared date, the definition of Autism Acceptance Day, and the reasoning clauses, remains identical to the original version.

TECHNICAL

Removed internal document tracking codes and line numbers that were present in the draft version.

Added the names of additional representatives who co-sponsored the resolution.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

Apr 29, 2026

Lower · Passed

adopted

lower

Apr 29, 2026

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. Sharon MacDonell

lower

1 primary · 13 co-sponsors