Iowa
Seizure Safe Schools - Status
Select your state below for information about Seizure Safe Schools laws and legislation in your area.
The chart below shows the provisions of the model bill that were included in the legislation and enacted into law
| Seizure safe schools components | Iowa |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | July 1, 2025 |
| School Type | Public and Accredited Nonpublic Schools |
| Seizure Action Plan |
Yes |
| School Personnel Training Mandate |
Yes, by December 31, 2026, each public and accredited nonpublic school must provide training to all school personnel on seizure recognition and first-aid. All school personnel must be trained in seizure recognition and first-aid response every two years. Training for school personnel must be consistent with training programs and guidelines developed by the Epilepsy Foundation of America. |
| School Nurse Training Mandate |
No |
| Delegation of Rescue Medication |
Yes, at least one designated staff member at each school must be trained and authorized to administer FDA-approved seizure rescue medications, medications prescribed to treat seizures, or a manual dose of prescribed electrical stimulation using a vagus nerve stimulator magnet. The presence of a full-time school nurse can fulfill this role. |
| Student Training Mandate |
Yes, the state board of education shall adopt rules to establish a seizure education program for the purpose of providing school districts and accredited nonpublic schools an age- appropriate program on seizures and seizure disorders. Participation in the program is optional for schools. Training for students must be consistent with guidelines developed by the Epilepsy Foundation of America. |
| Good Samaritan Clause |
Yes |
Please contact the national advocacy team at [email protected] or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation office with questions.
This summary was developed for informational purposes by the Epilepsy Foundation and reflects a review of data available as of January 2023. Information is subject to change. This law does not impact federal education laws like Section 504 or the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This summary does not constitute legal advice. Please contact [email protected] with questions or the 24/7 helpline at 1-800-332-1000.
Currently, there is not an enacted law for your state. Many states are laying the groundwork for Seizure Safe Schools bills or have even introduced legislation. We are working alongside advocates and organizational partners to pass this legislation in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. If you are interested in learning more about your state’s legislative efforts on this issue or would like to become involved, please contact the national advocacy team at [email protected] or contact your local Epilepsy Foundation office.