Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act authorizes grants to support students with epilepsy or seizure disorders in schools.
The Seizure Awareness and Preparedness Act amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to authorize a grant program to support students with epilepsy or seizure disorders. The Secretary of Education awards grants to states, which then award subgrants to local educational agencies. These agencies use the funds to train school personnel on seizure awareness and preparedness, including the creation and implementation of individualized health care plans and individualized emergency health care plans for affected students.
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