Expressing support for the designation of Undiagnosed Awareness Month.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (28 Apr 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Res. 1223, would express the House of Representatives' support for designating April as Undiagnosed Awareness Month and April 29th as Undiagnosed Day. It highlights the challenges faced by approximately 25 million Americans living with rare and undiagnosed diseases, including prolonged uncertainty, delayed treatment, and financial hardship.
The resolution acknowledges the work of the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) and the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation (UDNF) in advancing research and diagnostic capabilities for these patients. It emphasizes the importance of public awareness and medical education in reducing diagnostic delays and promoting access to advanced diagnostic technologies.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 28, 2026, by Representative Mark Pocan and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a resolution, it does not require Senate action to pass the House. If passed by the House, it would signify Congress's support for the proposed awareness month and day.
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Timeline
28 Apr 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1223 do?
- This resolution, H.Res. 1223, would express the House of Representatives' support for designating April as Undiagnosed Awareness Month and April 29th as Undiagnosed Day. It highlights the challenges faced by approximately 25 million Americans living with rare and undiagnosed diseases, including prolonged uncertainty, delayed treatment, and financial hardship. The resolution acknowledges the work of the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) and the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation (UDNF) in advancing research and diagnostic capabilities for these patients. It emphasizes the importance of public awareness and medical education in reducing diagnostic delays and promoting access to advanced diagnostic technologies. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 28, 2026, by Representative Mark Pocan and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. As a resolution, it does not require Senate action to pass the House. If passed by the House, it would signify Congress's support for the proposed awareness month and day.
- Has H.Res. 1223 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1223. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1223?
- H.Res. 1223 was sponsored by Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2] (D-WI), with 5 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1223?
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (28 Apr 2026).
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