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A resolution designating February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day".

USA119th CongressSRES-620| Senate 
| Updated: 2/26/2026
John Barrasso

John Barrasso

Republican Senator

Wyoming

Cosponsors (5)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Scott (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution officially designates February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day" to acknowledge the significant impact of these conditions. A rare disease is defined in the United States as affecting fewer than 200,000 individuals, yet over 30 million Americans live with one of more than 10,000 known rare diseases. Many of these conditions are serious and life-threatening, presenting challenges in obtaining accurate diagnoses, finding expert physicians, and affording life-altering treatments, despite advancements like the Orphan Drug Act. Approximately 95 percent of rare diseases still lack an FDA-approved treatment, underscoring the critical need for continued research and development. By designating this day, the Senate aims to improve public awareness, encourage accurate and early diagnosis, and support national and global research efforts to develop effective treatments, diagnostics, and cures for these underserved populations.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-90
A resolution designating February 28, 2019, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-523
A resolution designating February 28, 2022, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-636
A resolution designating February 29, 2024, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-84
A resolution designating February 28, 2023, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-74
A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-529
A resolution designating February 29, 2020, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-423
A resolution designating February 28, 2018, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-73
A resolution designating February 28, 2017, as "Rare Disease Day".
Feb 26, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)
Feb 26, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-90
    A resolution designating February 28, 2019, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-523
    A resolution designating February 28, 2022, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-636
    A resolution designating February 29, 2024, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-84
    A resolution designating February 28, 2023, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-74
    A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-529
    A resolution designating February 29, 2020, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-423
    A resolution designating February 28, 2018, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-73
    A resolution designating February 28, 2017, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • February 26, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-104: A resolution designating February 27, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day".
Commemorative events and holidaysHealth promotion and preventive careMedical researchMedical tests and diagnostic methods

A resolution designating February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day".

USA119th CongressSRES-620| Senate 
| Updated: 2/26/2026
This resolution officially designates February 28, 2026, as "Rare Disease Day" to acknowledge the significant impact of these conditions. A rare disease is defined in the United States as affecting fewer than 200,000 individuals, yet over 30 million Americans live with one of more than 10,000 known rare diseases. Many of these conditions are serious and life-threatening, presenting challenges in obtaining accurate diagnoses, finding expert physicians, and affording life-altering treatments, despite advancements like the Orphan Drug Act. Approximately 95 percent of rare diseases still lack an FDA-approved treatment, underscoring the critical need for continued research and development. By designating this day, the Senate aims to improve public awareness, encourage accurate and early diagnosis, and support national and global research efforts to develop effective treatments, diagnostics, and cures for these underserved populations.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-90
A resolution designating February 28, 2019, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-523
A resolution designating February 28, 2022, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-636
A resolution designating February 29, 2024, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-84
A resolution designating February 28, 2023, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 117-74
A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-529
A resolution designating February 29, 2020, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-423
A resolution designating February 28, 2018, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 115-73
A resolution designating February 28, 2017, as "Rare Disease Day".
Feb 26, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)
Feb 26, 2026
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-90
    A resolution designating February 28, 2019, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-523
    A resolution designating February 28, 2022, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-636
    A resolution designating February 29, 2024, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-84
    A resolution designating February 28, 2023, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 117-74
    A resolution designating February 28, 2021, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-529
    A resolution designating February 29, 2020, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-423
    A resolution designating February 28, 2018, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 115-73
    A resolution designating February 28, 2017, as "Rare Disease Day".


  • February 26, 2026
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)


  • February 26, 2026
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S716; text: CR S711)
John Barrasso

John Barrasso

Republican Senator

Wyoming

Cosponsors (5)
Roger Marshall (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Tim Scott (Republican)Cory A. Booker (Democratic)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)

Health

Related Bills

  • SRES 119-104: A resolution designating February 27, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day".
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysHealth promotion and preventive careMedical researchMedical tests and diagnostic methods