SR 1107: Autism Acceptance Month; recognize April 2026; World Autism Awareness Day; recognize April 2, 2026

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a law that changes any statute. It formally recognizes April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2026 as World Autism Awareness Day, echoing similar national and international observances. The resolution describes autism spectrum disorder, highlights the value of early screening and evidence-based therapies like applied behavior analysis and speech therapy, and notes that the Georgia General Assembly passed two related bills this session, SB 433 (Rio's Law) and SB 402, to support Georgia's autistic community. It closes by commending organizations, advocates, and families working toward inclusion, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

• Formally recognizes April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month in Georgia.
• Formally recognizes April 2, 2026 as World Autism Awareness Day in Georgia.
• Commends organizations, advocates, and families that work to support individuals with autism.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
• References two other 2026 bills, SB 433 (Rio's Law) and SB 402, as related legislative actions supporting autistic Georgians.

The resolution speaks to individuals with autism spectrum disorder and their families, advocacy organizations, and service providers such as speech and occupational therapists. It does not impose legal obligations on any group, since it is a symbolic Senate resolution rather than binding law.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose new requirements. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition intended to raise public awareness and honor efforts to support Georgians with autism and their families.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe autism spectrum disorder, its effects on communication and behavior, and the importance of early screening and intervention.
• It notes evidence-based therapies such as applied behavior analysis, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and social skills training, plus complementary approaches like art, music, and animal-assisted programs.
• It references SB 433 (Rio's Law) and SB 402 as legislation passed in the 2026 session supporting Georgia's autistic community.
• The resolving clause designates April 2026 as Autism Acceptance Month and April 2, 2026 as World Autism Awareness Day.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

1. 2026-04-02Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
2. 2026-04-02Senate Hopper (Senado)

• Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)Patrocinador principal

• autism awareness
• disability advocacy
• Georgia Senate resolutions
• autism acceptance month