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OH HB606

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/25/2022

Primary Sponsor

Adam Bird

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Origin

House of Representatives

134th General Assembly (2021-2022)

AI Summary

Sub. H.B. No. 606 - Sarah's Law for Seizure Safe Schools

  • Requires public and chartered nonpublic schools to create individualized seizure action plans for each student with an active seizure disorder or epilepsy diagnosis, including written parental requests and treating practitioner drug information.

  • Mandates that school nurses or administrators notify staff, contractors, and volunteers who interact with or supervise students about seizure action plans and coordinate seizure disorder care at each school.

  • Requires school districts and chartered nonpublic schools to designate at least one employee per building to receive training on seizure action plan implementation every two years, with training materials provided free by nonprofit organizations.

  • Obligates administrators, guidance counselors, teachers, and bus drivers to complete at least one hour of seizure disorder training within 12 months of the law's effective date, or within 90 days of employment if hired after that date.

  • Provides liability protection for schools and employees from civil damages unless the act or omission constitutes willful or wanton misconduct.

Legislative Description

Enact Sarah's Law for Seizure Safe Schools

Health and Human Services : Health Care

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Primary and Secondary Education

5/31/2022

Committee Referrals

Primary and Secondary Education5/31/2022
Primary and Secondary Education3/29/2022

Full Bill Text

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