The 2025 Assembly Resolution 3, introduced on February 3, 2025, by a group of Wisconsin representatives, aims to officially recognize February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day in the state. The resolution highlights the significance of rare diseases, noting that there are nearly 10,000 such conditions affecting fewer than 200,000 Americans each, collectively impacting approximately 25 to 30 million individuals nationwide. It emphasizes the serious and debilitating nature of many rare diseases, the challenges faced by patients and families—including delays in diagnosis and access to treatment—and the ongoing need for public awareness and research funding.

The resolution also acknowledges that residents of Wisconsin are among those affected by rare diseases, with nearly one in ten Americans impacted. It aligns with the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), which is coordinating a nationwide observance of Rare Disease Day. By designating this day, the resolution seeks to raise awareness and support for individuals and families dealing with rare diseases, as well as to encourage efforts to improve treatment options and resources for those affected.