That the House of Representatives—
expresses support for the designation of “National Microtia and Atresia Awareness Day”;
encourages each person of the United States—
to celebrate the community that is made up of not only children and adults with microtia or aural atresia, but families, teachers, advocates, and medical professionals from around the world who foster awareness and assistance; and
to help promote public awareness of microtia, aural atresia, and the hope that future generations of families will leave the hospital equipped with more answers than questions, along with their dreams for their child intact;
supports efforts to remove unnecessary barriers and replace them with resources and tools that aim to eliminate bullying and clear the way for an even more successful future for those with microtia or atresia;
encourages Federal, State, and local policymakers to work together—
to raise awareness about microtia and aural atresia;
to improve proper diagnosis of microtia and aural atresia; and
to support advancements in technology that improve the lives of those with microtia and aural atresia; and
encourages the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate awareness and educational activities.