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S 494Introduced

National Plan for Epilepsy Act

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Introduced
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Passed House
Passed Senate
Both Chambers
Enacted
SummaryIntroduced in Senate
2025-02-10

National Plan for Epilepsy Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a national plan, form an advisory council, and take other actions to address epilepsy. The requirements sunset on December 31, 2035. Specifically, the bill requires HHS to carry out a National Plan for Epilepsy to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure epilepsy. In carrying out the plan, HHS must implement activities such as coordinating research and services across all federal agencies and soliciting public comments. Also, HHS must establish an Advisory Council on Epilepsy Research, Care, and Services. The advisory council must report to HHS and Congress every two years with an evaluation of federally funded efforts. Additionally, HHS must annually report to Congress with recommended actions based on its assessments of the nation’s progress on epilepsy.

Text Versions3 versions
VersionDateFormats
Engrossed in Senate2026-08-04T04:00:00Z
Reported to Senate2026-07-28T04:00:00Z
Introduced in Senate2025-02-10T05:00:00Z
Introduced2025-02-10
119th Congress
Cosponsors0
Co-sponsoring members
Policy Area
Primary subject
Last Action2026-08-10
Held at the desk.
Legislative Subjects6 total
Advisory bodiesCongressional oversightData collection, sharing, protectionHealth promotion and preventive careMedical researchNeurological disorders
Latest Action2026-08-10

Held at the desk.