1.1 	A bill for an act
1.2 	relating to state government; establishing Autism Awareness and Acceptance Day;
1.3 	proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 10.
1.4 	BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

1.5 	Section 1. [10.552] AUTISM AWARENESS AND ACCEPTANCE DAY.
1.6 	(a) April 2 of each year is designated Autism Awareness and Acceptance Day to 
1.7 	commemorate and celebrate the unique talents and innovations of those individuals with 
1.8 	autism in Minnesota while raising awareness about individuals with autism throughout the 
1.9 	state.
1.10 	(b) Each year the governor shall issue a proclamation honoring the observance and 
1.11 	encouraging citizens to take the opportunity to learn about autism and to remember and 
1.12 	recognize the value and contributions of individuals with autism in the state.