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MA S422
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patrick O'Connor
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AI Summary
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Requires each public, private, and parochial school to have at least one trained employee capable of administering seizure rescue medications and Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS) magnets to students with seizure disorders
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Mandates seizure recognition and first aid training for principals, guidance counselors, teachers, bus drivers, classroom aides, and other personnel with direct student contact
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Parents of students with seizure disorders must provide written authorization, a healthcare provider statement with medication details, and collaborate with schools to create an individualized seizure action plan
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Public schools must provide age-appropriate seizure education programs to all students, consistent with Epilepsy Foundation of America guidelines
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Provides liability protection for school districts and employees who act in good faith when assisting students with epilepsy or seizure disorders; takes effect one year after enactment
Legislative Description
Relating to seizure disorders in schools
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2867
12/29/2025