Establishes a national plan to coordinate research on epilepsy and improve care and services for individuals with epilepsy.
The National Plan for Epilepsy Act aims to create a comprehensive national plan to coordinate research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care for epilepsy. The Secretary of Health and Human Services will establish an Advisory Council on Epilepsy Research, Care, and Services to advise on epilepsy-related issues. The Council will evaluate federally funded efforts, recommend priority actions, and convene meetings with other experts. The Secretary will conduct annual assessments of the nation's progress in addressing epilepsy and submit reports to Congress.
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