National Plan for Epilepsy Act
Congress moves to create a National Plan to coordinate epilepsy research, care, and federal reporting
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
↔Companion bill: Congress Proposes National Strategy to Coordinate Research and Cures for 3.4 Million Americans with EpilepsyLegislative Progress
Key Points
- Creates a National Plan to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure epilepsy, led by the federal health agency.
- Requires federal agencies to better coordinate epilepsy research and services, and share epilepsy-related data to track progress.
- Sets up an Advisory Council that includes federal agencies plus people living with epilepsy, caregivers, doctors, researchers, and nonprofits.
- Calls for regular public meetings and ongoing reports to Congress on what the federal government is doing and what should happen next.
- Aims to improve early diagnosis, better coordinated care, and safer, more effective treatments—especially for people with uncontrolled seizures.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
How this policy affects specific groups of people
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Related News
4 articlesThe National Plan for Epilepsy Act in Congress Is Introduced
Covers reintroduction of the National Plan for Epilepsy Act (S.494/H.R.1189), explains goals (coordination, research, care) and notes broad organizational support.
AES Celebrates the Introduction of the National Plan for Epilepsy During Capitol Hill Visit
Discusses the bill’s reintroduction (H.R.1189) and the envisioned national plan/advisory approach; includes context on NIH epilepsy research funding and advocacy priorities.
National Plan for Epilepsy
Explains the National Plan for Epilepsy Act (S.494/H.R.1189), summarizes objectives, and notes organizational support; page notes an update dated June 17, 2025.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
National Plan for Epilepsy Act
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