Texas
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 | Texas |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | 2019-2020 school year |
| School Type | Public Schools |
| Seizure Action Plan |
Yes: The parent or guardian of a student may submit a seizure action plan for the care of the student while participating in school activities. |
| School Personnel Training Mandate |
Yes: A school district employee whose duties at the school include regular contact with students must complete an agency-approved online course of instruction for school personnel regarding awareness of students with seizure disorders that includes information about seizure recognition and related first aid. |
| School Nurse Training Mandate |
Yes: A school nurse employed by a school district must complete an agency-approved online course for school nurses regarding managing students with seizure disorders that includes information about seizure recognition and related first aid. |
| Delegation of Rescue Medication |
No |
| Student Training Mandate |
No |
| Good Samaritan Clause |
Yes |
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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.