The 2025 Assembly Resolution 3, introduced by a group of Wisconsin Representatives, seeks to officially recognize February 28, 2025, as Rare Disease Day in the state. This resolution highlights the significance of rare diseases, which collectively affect approximately 25 to 30 million Americans, despite each individual disease impacting fewer than 200,000 people. It emphasizes the serious nature of many of these conditions, the challenges faced by patients and families—including delays in diagnosis and limited access to treatments—and the ongoing need for increased public awareness and research funding.

The resolution also acknowledges the efforts of the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), which is coordinating a nationwide observance of Rare Disease Day. By designating this day, the Wisconsin Assembly aims to raise awareness about the impact of rare diseases on residents and encourage support for those affected, as nearly one in ten Americans are living with such conditions.