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CA ACR117

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

8/17/2010

Primary Sponsor

Mark Wyland

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Origin

State Assembly

2009-2010 Session

AI Summary

  • Proclaims February 28, 2010, as Rare Disease Day in California
  • Recognizes that approximately 7,000 rare diseases affect nearly 30 million Americans, with over 15 million lacking disease-specific treatments
  • Notes that rare disease patients and families face challenges including delayed diagnosis, limited treatment options, and difficulty accessing or obtaining reimbursement for care
  • Acknowledges that the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is organizing a nationwide observance to bring attention to rare diseases as a public health issue

Legislative Description

Rare Disease Day.

Last Action

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 87, Statutes of 2010.

8/17/2010

Committee Referrals

Rules2/11/2010

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