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This bill introduces "Dylan's Law", which focuses on supporting individuals with epilepsy through several key provisions. Starting in June 2026, Service Oklahoma will allow driver's license and state ID holders to voluntarily add a unique symbol indicating an epilepsy diagnosis, which can help law enforcement and emergency medical professionals communicate more effectively with these individuals. The State Commissioner of Health will be required to provide guidance to medical professionals about identifying patients at elevated risk for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), including assessing seizure frequency and treatment response. The Division of Health Care Information will develop a public information program to educate people about SUDEP risks. Additionally, when an autopsy is performed on a person with epilepsy or a history of seizures, medical examiners must investigate and document whether the death was a SUDEP case, and if so, note this on the death certificate and report it to the North American SUDEP Registry. These measures aim to increase awareness, support, and understanding of epilepsy and its potential complications, while giving individuals with the condition more agency in how their medical information is shared.