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John Barrasso (R-WY)

A resolution designating February 27, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day".

S.Res. 104 · Senate resolution Health

A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 6 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1434; text: CR S1433)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates February 27, 2025, as "Rare Disease Day." The measure acknowledges that more than 30,000,000 individuals in the United States live with one of more than 10,000 known rare diseases or disorders. It highlights the importance of the Orphan Drug Act and the work of the FDA to accelerate treatment availability. The resolution also notes the challenges patients face regarding financing treatments and obtaining accurate diagnoses. Finally, it recognizes the need for improved awareness and research efforts.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Scored +3

    Would children be better off under this?

    The resolution notes that children account for a significant portion of the rare disease population.

  • Scored +3

    Would people with disabilities be better off under this?

    The resolution emphasizes improving awareness, diagnosis, and treatment for those living with rare disorders.

  • Scored +3

    Does this make health care easier to get in general?

    The resolution highlights the importance of accelerating treatment availability and improving diagnosis for rare disease patients.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.