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MI HR0251
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Angela Witwer
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AI Summary
- Declares February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day in Michigan, coinciding with the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) nationwide observance
- Rare diseases are defined as conditions affecting fewer than 200,000 Americans, with over 10,000 such diseases collectively impacting more than 30 million Americans
- Most rare diseases lack approved treatments despite FDA approval of hundreds of drugs for some conditions
- Individuals and families with rare diseases face diagnostic delays, difficulty finding medical experts, and limited access to treatments and services
- Sponsored by Representatives Witwer, Breen, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Mentzer, Myers-Phillips, Rheingans, Rogers, Weiss, and Wooden
Legislative Description
A resolution to declare February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
2/26/2026
Full Bill Text
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