Petition updateEnd the Use of "Midget" as a Mascot in Five U​.​S. High SchoolsIllinois Bill Introduced! Help Us Keep the Momentum Going!
Rachel WherleyLas Vegas, NV, United States
Feb 10, 2025

Big news! Thanks to our relentless advocacy, Mascots Matter and Illinois State Representative Maurice West have introduced groundbreaking legislation to ban disability-based mascots in public schools! 🎉

The Prohibition of Discriminatory Disability Mascots Act (HB3527) is now officially filed in the Illinois General Assembly. This bill will ensure schools align with federal disability protections and put an end to harmful mascots that perpetuate stereotypes.

📰 Read our Full Press Release Here

But our work is far from over. We are planning an advocacy day at the Illinois State Capitol this spring to rally support for this legislation. Your help is needed to ensure our voices are heard!

💙 Support our efforts by donating to our travel fund: Donate here

Thank you for standing with us in this fight for respect and inclusion. Together, we are making history!

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