"Dylan's Law" aims to enhance awareness and safety for individuals diagnosed with epilepsy by establishing a voluntary driver license designation that includes a unique symbol for easy identification by law enforcement and emergency medical professionals. The bill also expands the responsibilities of the State Commissioner of Health, who will provide guidance on assessing the risk of sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) and develop an educational program for the public and medical professionals about SUDEP's dangers. Additionally, it encourages the American Medical Association to create a Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code for epilepsy education.
The legislation also modifies existing laws regarding autopsy reports from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, stipulating that full autopsy reports will be withheld from public inspection for ten business days, while summary reports will be available immediately. The summary will include key details about the decedent and the circumstances of death. For individuals with epilepsy or a history of seizures, the bill mandates that autopsy reports investigate the possibility of SUDEP, with findings required to be noted on death certificates and reported to the North American SUDEP Registry (NASR). The bill is scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2025.