Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act

4/4/2025, 1:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 1024

Bill 119 s 1024, also known as the "Supporting Students with Epilepsy Act," is a proposed amendment to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The purpose of this bill is to establish a grant program that would provide support for students who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder.

If passed, this bill would allocate funding to schools to help them better accommodate and assist students with epilepsy. This could include training for teachers and staff on how to recognize and respond to seizures, as well as providing resources and support for students with epilepsy to ensure they have equal access to education.

The grant program outlined in this bill aims to improve the overall educational experience for students with epilepsy, helping them to succeed academically and feel supported in their school environment. By addressing the specific needs of students with epilepsy, this bill seeks to promote inclusivity and ensure that all students have the opportunity to thrive in the classroom. Overall, the Supporting Students with Epilepsy Act is a bipartisan effort to provide necessary support and resources for students with epilepsy or seizure disorders, ultimately working towards creating a more inclusive and accommodating educational environment for all students.

Current Status of Bill S 1024

Bill S 1024 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 13, 2025. Bill S 1024 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 13, 2025.  Bill S 1024's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of March 13, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1024

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1024

Primary Policy Focus

Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1024

A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to authorize a grant program to support students who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder.A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to authorize a grant program to support students who have epilepsy or a seizure disorder.
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