Supports Behavioral Health for Rare Disease Families
Supports Behavioral Health for Rare Disease Families
IntroducedMay 14, 2026
4 months ago
Intro
House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Why This Matters
This resolution recognizes the behavioral health challenges faced by individuals and families affected by rare diseases and calls for improved support and resources.
If you are part of the 25 million Americans with a rare disease, this resolution pushes for better access to behavioral health support.
Who this affects
millions of Americans · individuals with rare diseases · families with rare diseases
What does this resolution do?
1This resolution emphasizes the need for better behavioral health support for families dealing with rare diseases.
2It calls for more peer support programs to help reduce feelings of isolation among patients and caregivers.
3The resolution encourages training for healthcare providers to better understand the behavioral health needs of these families.
4It highlights the importance of integrating behavioral health care into the overall treatment of rare diseases.
5The resolution urges federal agencies to prioritize behavioral health access in their initiatives and funding.
