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 in the U.S., collectively affecting approximately 25 to 30 million Americans. It emphasizes the serious and debilitating nature of many rare diseases, the challenges faced by individuals and families in obtaining diagnoses and treatments, and the ongoing need for public awareness and research funding.

The resolution also acknowledges that residents of Wisconsin are among those impacted by rare diseases, with nearly one in ten Americans affected. It aligns with the efforts of the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), which is organizing a nationwide observance of Rare Disease Day. By passing this resolution, the Wisconsin Assembly aims to raise awareness and support for those living with rare diseases and to encourage further research and treatment options.