The "Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act" proposes to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 by authorizing a new grant program. This program aims to provide crucial support for students in elementary and secondary schools who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. The Secretary of Education would award competitive grants to states, which would then distribute subgrants to local educational agencies (LEAs). LEAs receiving these subgrants would be required to use the funds to implement programs that train school personnel on seizure awareness and preparedness . This training would cover the development and implementation of individualized health care plans and individualized emergency health care plans for students with these conditions. Permissible uses of funds also include training staff to administer seizure medications, educating students on seizure awareness, and hiring dedicated compliance staff. The bill mandates that school nurses coordinate epilepsy and seizure disorder care and ensure all school staff, including those in after-school programs, receive training at least every two years. This training must include an approved course from a relevant non-profit organization. Furthermore, school bus drivers transporting affected students must receive specific information and training regarding the student's condition and emergency procedures. The legislation also includes a provision for liability protection for school employees acting in good faith, and authorizes $34,500,000 for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
The "Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act" proposes to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 by authorizing a new grant program. This program aims to provide crucial support for students in elementary and secondary schools who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. The Secretary of Education would award competitive grants to states, which would then distribute subgrants to local educational agencies (LEAs). LEAs receiving these subgrants would be required to use the funds to implement programs that train school personnel on seizure awareness and preparedness . This training would cover the development and implementation of individualized health care plans and individualized emergency health care plans for students with these conditions. Permissible uses of funds also include training staff to administer seizure medications, educating students on seizure awareness, and hiring dedicated compliance staff. The bill mandates that school nurses coordinate epilepsy and seizure disorder care and ensure all school staff, including those in after-school programs, receive training at least every two years. This training must include an approved course from a relevant non-profit organization. Furthermore, school bus drivers transporting affected students must receive specific information and training regarding the student's condition and emergency procedures. The legislation also includes a provision for liability protection for school employees acting in good faith, and authorizes $34,500,000 for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.