HR9956Referred to Committee
To require the Secretary of Education to issue guidance regarding seizure safety in elementary schools and secondary schools, and for other purposes.
Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber4
Passed Both5
Signed into Law119th
Congress
2026-07-27
Introduced
0
Cosponsors
HR
ⓘType
Sponsor
Valerie P. Foushee
Democrat · NC · Representative
Votes with party: 98.1% (629 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
- Progressive Groups$400k
- Climate & Environment$1k
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Cosponsors (0)
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- House Committee on Education and WorkforceReferred To · 2026-07-27
Plain-English Summary
The federal government would require the Department of Education to create guidelines helping elementary and secondary schools better protect students with seizure disorders, including recommendations for staff training, emergency procedures, and safe environments. These guidelines would help schools recognize seizures, respond appropriately, and prevent injuries to affected students. The guidance would apply to all public and private schools across the country.
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