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 Minnesota
Effective Date 2022-2023 School Year
School Type Public and Charter Schools
Seizure Action Plan

Yes: Requires seizure action plan when a parent notifies the school

School Personnel Training Mandate

Yes: Will be provided with self-study materials on seizure disorder signs, symptoms, medications, and appropriate responses

School Nurse Training Mandate

Yes: Will be provided with self-study materials on seizure disorder signs, symptoms, medications, and appropriate responses

Delegation of Rescue Medication

Yes: Either the school nurse or a designated individual on duty during the regular school day must be identified to assist with the administration of FDA approved medications

Student Training Mandate

No

Good Samaritan Clause

No

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.

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