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School Safety for Students with Seizures: Training and Care Plans.

This Act establishes a grant program to enhance the safety of students with epilepsy or seizure disorders in schools. The funding supports mandatory training for school personnel, including teachers and bus drivers, on seizure awareness and emergency response. A core requirement is the creation of Individualized Health Care Plans (IHP) and Emergency Plans (IEHP) for affected students, ensuring personalized care procedures.
Key points
Schools will receive grants to fund mandatory training (at least every 2 years) for staff on seizure awareness, preparedness, and management.
Individualized Health Care Plans (IHP) and Emergency Plans (IEHP) must be developed for each student with a seizure disorder, involving parents, doctors, and school nurses.
School bus drivers transporting affected students must be notified of the condition and trained in emergency first aid.
School employees acting in good faith according to these provisions are protected from legal liability.
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Print number: 118_S_5065
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5065.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Schools will receive grants to fund mandatory training (at least every 2 years) for staff on seizure awareness, preparedness, and management.
  • Individualized Health Care Plans (IHP) and Emergency Plans (IEHP) must be developed for each student with a seizure disorder, involving parents, doctors, and school nurses.
  • School bus drivers transporting affected students must be notified of the condition and trained in emergency first aid.
  • School employees acting in good faith according to these provisions are protected from legal liability.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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