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MN HF1765

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mary Clardy

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Creates the Minnesota Epilepsy Program to provide statewide support and education for people with epilepsy and seizure disorders, aimed at improving health outcomes and preventing sudden unexpected death in epilepsy

  • Directs the Commissioner of Health to identify priority actions, develop culturally specific strategies, and award grants to community organizations working to support people with epilepsy and their caregivers

  • Requires development of training programs for health care workers, educators, emergency room providers, community health workers, and emergency medical service providers on screening and referrals for seizure disorders

  • Establishes a data collection system to track epilepsy diagnoses, clinical outcomes, mortality rates, and related population health data in Minnesota

  • Appropriates unspecified amounts from the general fund in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to fund the program

Legislative Description

Minnesota Epilepsy Program created, and money appropriated.

Last Action

Author added Pursell

3/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Health Finance & Policy3/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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