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SB 434

Education: all other employees; certain requirements related to seizure awareness; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1179c.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 4 co-sponsors

Michigan bill mandates seizure awareness training for all school employees to improve student safety and emergency response preparedness.

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Bill Summary · SB 434

Legislative bill overview

SB 434 would amend Michigan's Public School Employees Retirement Act to require all school employees (beyond just teachers) to receive seizure awareness training. The bill adds a new section establishing mandatory training requirements related to recognizing and responding to seizures in school settings.

Why is this important

Seizure disorders affect approximately 1 in 26 people, making it likely that Michigan schools will encounter students with seizures. Extending seizure awareness training to all employees—including custodians, cafeteria workers, bus drivers, and aides—creates a more comprehensive safety net, as these staff members often supervise students outside traditional classroom settings where medical incidents may occur.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and implementation burden: Schools must develop, deliver, and track training for all employees, creating administrative costs and time commitments that could strain already-tight education budgets
  • Specificity of requirements unclear: The bill doesn't specify training duration, content standards, certification requirements, or whether online/in-person options are permitted, potentially leading to inconsistent implementation
  • Scope expansion debate: Some may argue this represents mission creep, questioning whether all non-instructional staff truly need formal seizure training versus basic first-aid certification

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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