The Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act establishes a new federal grant program to help schools support students with epilepsy and seizure disorders. Under the bill, the Department of Education would award competitive grants to states, which would then distribute subgrants to local school districts to fund training programs on seizure awareness and emergency response for school staff. Local educational agencies receiving subgrants must use the funds to train school personnel on individualized health care and emergency health care plans for affected students, and may use funds for additional activities like training staff to administer seizure medications, educating students about seizure awareness, and hiring compliance staff. The legislation requires school nurses and support personnel to coordinate epilepsy care, ensure all school staff receive training at least every two years, and make sure school bus drivers are informed about students with seizure disorders. The bill authorizes $34.5 million in federal funding for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to support these efforts.
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