The proposed "Seizure Safe Schools Act" mandates that all public, charter, and private schools train at least two staff members in recognizing seizure symptoms and administering seizure rescue medication. This training, which must occur every two years and last up to 75 minutes, is required for personnel who have direct contact with students, including teachers and guidance counselors. Additionally, schools must develop individualized seizure action plans for students diagnosed with seizure disorders, which include written authorization from parents or guardians for medication administration, a healthcare provider's statement detailing the medication, and secure storage of the medication. The presence of a full-time school nurse can fulfill one of the two required trained personnel.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a seizure education program that aligns with guidelines from the Epilepsy Foundation of America, requiring public school districts to implement age-appropriate educational content. The State Board of Education is tasked with adopting rules for the development and implementation of this program and the procedures for creating seizure action plans. The act also includes provisions to limit liability for school employees acting in compliance with the law. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after passage, with potential indeterminable costs for local school districts related to training and documentation requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 186:11
SB433 text: 186:11