Epilepsy: National Research and Care Plan
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Companion bill: Congress Proposes National Strategy to Coordinate Research and Cures for 3.4 Million Americans with Epilepsy →No action since August 2026
The bill has already passed the Senate and addresses a non-partisan health issue with broad support from patient advocacy groups.
This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
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The bill directs HHS to review federal epilepsy research, prevention, and treatment programs and report recommendations to Congress within two years. This could eventually lead to better coordinated care and new treatments for the roughly 3 million Americans living with epilepsy, though the bill itself only requires a study and does not create new programs or funding.
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 526.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Cassidy with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
The Senate HELP Committee unanimously passed the National Plan for Epilepsy Act, which would require HHS to establish a national framework for epilepsy research and care. The bill, led by Senators Eric Schmitt and Amy Klobuchar, aims to address gaps in treatment and improve patient outcomes.
The National Plan for Epilepsy Act was among several healthcare bills advanced by the Senate HELP Committee this week. The bill focuses on streamlining federal research efforts and improving the quality of life for millions of Americans affected by the neurological condition.
No votes recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
National Plan for Epilepsy Act
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