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HR 74

HEALTH/CHILDREN: Urges and requests the state Department of Education and local public school governing authorities to report to the House Committee on Health and Welfare relative to accommodating students with seizure disorders

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dustin Miller

Louisiana HR 74 urges a statewide report detailing seizure action plans, training, medication access, and guidance to improve consistency and safety for students with seizure disor

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 74

Summary of Louisiana House Resolution 74 (HR 74), 2026 Regular Session

What the bill is and its purpose

  • HR 74 is a non-binding resolution that urges and requests the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) and local public school governing authorities to report to the House Committee on Health and Welfare regarding the accommodation of students with seizure disorders.
  • The resolution aims to promote consistent implementation of seizure-related policies and to improve awareness, training, and access to care for affected students.

Key provisions and requests

The resolution outlines the following ordered actions and reporting elements:

  1. Scope of reporting to cover:

    • A written report to the House Committee on Health and Welfare no later than January 1, 2027.
    • For each school district in the state, include detailed information on:
      • Implementation of seizure action plans.
      • Training efforts for school personnel.
      • Medication access and administration.
      • Implementation support and potential needs for guidance or resources.

  2. Seizure action plans (R.S. 17:436.4 context):

    • Procedures for receiving, reviewing, and implementing seizure action plans.
    • Measures to ensure plans are accessible to appropriate personnel during school days and activities.

  3. Training efforts:

    • Number and percentage of school nurses who completed seizure-related training.
    • Number and percentage of teachers, school staff, and bus operators who completed training.
    • Description of training programs used and how often training occurs.

  4. Medication access and administration:

    • Policies governing possession and administration of seizure rescue medications.
    • Challenges in ensuring access to prescribed rescue medications during the school day or activities.
    • Steps being taken or considered to address these challenges.

  5. Implementation and support of seizure training:

    • District practices to support R.S. 17:436.4 implementation.
    • Identified areas where additional guidance, resources, or support would be beneficial.

  6. Guidance and best practices:

    • The Department of Education, in consultation with districts and stakeholders, should identify best practices and develop guidance to ensure consistent implementation statewide.

  7. Awareness, coordination, and funding recommendations:

    • Recommendations to improve awareness and training on seizure disorders in schools.
    • Approaches to ensure physician-prescribed seizure action plans grant appropriate access to care during school-related activities.
    • Consideration of options to enhance statewide coordination and data collection.
    • Encouragement to pursue available funding (including federal grants) and partnerships to support training, education, and resources.

  8. Engagement and acknowledgment:

    • The resolution asks for transmission of a copy to Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana’s executive director and to the Secretary of the State Department of Education.
    • It emphasizes the Legislature’s commitment to health and safety for students with seizure disorders.

Who would be affected

  • Students with seizure disorders (including epilepsy) and their families.
  • School personnel who interact with these students (nurses, teachers, aides, bus operators, and other staff).
  • Local school districts and the Louisiana Department of Education.
  • Stakeholders such as Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana and other relevant organizations.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The resolution itself does not create new law or enforceable duties; rather, it requests a report.
  • Timetable: The Department of Education and local districts are asked to submit the required report to the House Committee on Health and Welfare no later than January 1, 2027.
  • The resolution references existing statute (R.S. 17:436.4), which already addresses seizure action plans and related training, but notes the current statute lacks enforcement, reporting, or oversight mechanisms.
  • The resolution calls for the development of statewide guidance and best practices to support uniform implementation of seizure-related provisions.

Context and intent

  • Recognizes the impact of seizure disorders on education and safety.
  • Seeks to improve access to seizure rescue medications and timely care within schools.
  • Aims to create accountability through structured reporting and data collection to inform future policy and potential funding decisions.

Note: This is a summary of a non-binding resolution; its effect hinges on the information provided and any subsequent actions by the Department of Education and legislative committees.

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

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