Bill > A08726

This bill requires schools to develop and implement comprehensive seizure action plans for students diagnosed with seizure disorders, establishing detailed protocols for medical care and staff training. The legislation mandates that parents provide a seizure action plan from their child's healthcare provider, which must be kept on file and distributed to relevant school employees who have received proper training. The plan must include specific medical information such as the student's name, medication details, dosage, administration route, frequency, and circumstances for medication use. Schools must also provide biennial training to principals, counselors, teachers, bus drivers, and other staff on recognizing seizure signs and symptoms, with training to be conducted by representatives from nationally recognized organizations experienced in seizure awareness. Additionally, the bill requires that at least one school employee in each building be trained to administer seizure rescue medication or use electronic stimulation devices in emergency situations when a licensed healthcare professional is unavailable. The training must be provided by a physician or licensed healthcare professional and follow regulations prescribed by the commissioner of education. Importantly, the bill includes a liability protection clause, stating that school employees acting in good faith will not be held liable for actions taken in accordance with the seizure action plan, with "good faith" explicitly excluding willful misconduct, gross negligence, or recklessness.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8726