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This bill, known as "Brynleigh's Act," requires public schools in Maryland to have two school employees trained in recognizing seizure signs, administering first aid, and administering or assisting with seizure medication and manual vagus nerve stimulation, starting in the 2022-2023 school year. It also authorizes nonpublic schools to require similar training for two employees. The bill requires schools to provide annual training on recognizing and responding to seizures for administrators, faculty, and other personnel. It mandates the development of seizure action plans for students with seizure disorders, and provides immunity from civil liability for school employees who respond in good faith to a student experiencing a seizure. Additionally, the bill requires public schools to provide age-appropriate seizure education programs for students, while allowing nonpublic schools to do the same.

Health and Social Services

http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0225?ys=2021RS