Assembly adopts Wynne resolution recognizing Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

The California State Assembly adopted House Resolution 83 on Jan. 20, 2026, recognizing Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month after members across the aisle spoke about families and the need for sustained support.

Assemblymember [Wynne] introduced the measure and described bringing her daughter, Hannah, to the floor each year to show members the progress she has made. Wynne said the resolution was intended not only to honor the community but to press colleagues to act on services and supports. “This is why I wanted to be a state assembly member because there needs to be a voice for kids like Hannah and her friends,” Wynne said.

Multiple lawmakers spoke in support, offering personal testimony about family members and caregiving. Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez said, “We hear you,” and pledged to join Wynne in advocating for the community beyond the ceremonial recognition. Assemblymember Patterson and Assemblymember Rambula urged that support move from words to budget commitments for direct-support professionals and services that families depend on.

The Clerk opened the roll for coauthors and recorded 70 coauthors. The Assembly took a voice vote; the presiding officer declared, “the ayes have it,” and the resolution was adopted.

Why it matters: lawmakers who spoke tied the ceremonial resolution to broader budget and policy choices, warning that recognition without funding will not meet families’ needs. Supporters urged attention to workforce challenges for direct-support professionals and to keep disability services visible in upcoming budget debates.

Next steps: the resolution was adopted by voice vote; Wynne and supporters said they would continue to press for funding and for annual visibility by bringing guests back to the Capitol.