National Plan for Epilepsy Act
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
The National Plan for Epilepsy Act establishes a national strategy to combat epilepsy in the United States. It directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create and maintain a National Plan for Epilepsy, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure. The bill also creates an Advisory Council to advise the Secretary on epilepsy-related issues and requires annual reports to Congress assessing progress and recommending future actions. This plan aims to improve outcomes and reduce the burden of epilepsy on individuals and families.
Key provisions
- Establishes a National Plan for Epilepsy led by the Department of Health and Human Services.
- Creates an Advisory Council on Epilepsy Research, Care, and Services to advise the Secretary.
- Requires annual reports to Congress assessing the nation’s progress on epilepsy.
- Mandates the sharing of epilepsy-related data among federal agencies.
- Directs the Secretary to coordinate research and services across all federal agencies.
- Calls for the development of safe and effective treatments for epilepsy.
- Requires an assessment of the nation’s progress in preparing for and responding to the burden of epilepsy.
- Sets a sunset date of December 31, 2035, for the provisions of the act.
Who is affected
- Individuals with epilepsy and their caregivers
- Healthcare providers
- Federal agencies (including NIH, CMS, CDC, FDA, HRSA, DoD, and VA)
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