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PA HB1990

PA HB1990
In school health services, further providing for seizure recognition and related first aid training.


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Introduced
01/31/2024
In Committee
07/12/2024
Crossed Over
07/01/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in school health services, further providing for seizure recognition and related first aid training.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require school nurses to complete a state-approved training course on managing students with seizures, including seizure recognition and first aid. It also requires other school employees who have direct contact with students to complete a state-approved training course on seizure awareness and related first aid. The bill provides civil immunity protections for school employees who provide treatment to a student experiencing a seizure in accordance with the school's policy.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Education

Sponsors (31)

Last Action

First consideration (on 09/30/2024)

Bill Topics

Education
  • ‐ Elementary and Secondary Education
Health
  • ‐ Emergency and Pre-Hospital Care
  • ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases

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