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DemocratBill · H.R. 1189· House(119-HR-1189)

National Plan for Epilepsy Act

Rep. Costa
Age: 74 years
California
Introduced
2/11/2025
Last activity
2/11/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by
Jim Costa
Cosponsors
Democrat - 73Republican - 26
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The National Plan for Epilepsy Act aims to establish a national project to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure epilepsy. The Secretary of Health and Human Services will lead an integrated national plan that coordinates research and services across all Federal agencies. This plan includes encouraging the development of safe and effective treatments and improving the coordination of care for those living with the disorder. To guide these efforts, the Secretary will establish an Advisory Council on Epilepsy Research, Care, and Services. This council will consist of both Federal representatives and expert non-Federal members, including people living with epilepsy and their caregivers. The program is intended to run until December 31, 2035.

Yes· 3 of 31

  • Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+9

    Directly targets the improvement of health and quality of life for millions with a brain disorder.

  • Does this make health care easier to get in general?+8

    The bill explicitly aims to increase access to expert and specialized care and eliminate access disparities.

  • Would children be better off under this?+7

    The bill addresses epilepsy which affects 456,000 children, aiming for better diagnosis and treatment.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.