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A 4152

Issues distinctive epilepsy awareness license plates and establishes an epilepsy awareness fund and an epilepsy research and education program

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn and 13 co-sponsors

Authorizes distinctive epilepsy awareness license plates and creates a dedicated epilepsy fund and research/education program to raise awareness and fund efforts.

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Bill Summary · A 4152

Summary of Bill A 4152 (New York)

Overview

Bill A 4152 would authorize the issuance of distinctive epilepsy awareness license plates and establish a dedicated epilepsy awareness fund as well as an epilepsy research and education program. The primary objective appears to be to raise public awareness of epilepsy and to support related research and educational efforts through specialized license plate revenue and a state program.

  • Bill number: A 4152
  • Title: Issues distinctive epilepsy awareness license plates and establishes an epilepsy awareness fund and an epilepsy research and education program
  • Status: Referred to Transportation
  • Introduced: January 31, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Jo Anne Simon
  • Cosponsors: Chris Tague, Charles Fall, Eddie Gibbs, Jaime R. Williams, Karines Reyes, Karl Brabenec, Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, Yudelka Tapia, Jen Lunsford, Angelo Santabarbara, Nader Sayegh, Robert Smullen, Brian Manktelow (and others listed as cosponsors)

What the bill would do

  • Authorize the creation and issuance of distinctive epilepsy awareness license plates.
  • Establish a dedicated epilepsy awareness fund.
  • Create an epilepsy research and education program (name and scope as reflected in the bill title).

Note: The available information does not include the bill’s specific design options, fee structure for the specialty plate, governance details, or the exact location of the fund/program within state agencies.

Key provisions and changes (as indicated by the bill’s title and description)

  • Issuance of a specialized license plate aimed at promoting epilepsy awareness.
  • Establishment of a state fund dedicated to epilepsy awareness efforts.
  • Creation of an epilepsy research and education program to support awareness initiatives, research activities, and educational outreach.

Affected parties and entities

  • Motor vehicle license plate holders who opt for the epilepsy awareness plate.
  • Individuals and groups affected by epilepsy who may benefit from awareness, research, and education programs.
  • State agencies involved in plate issuance, funding, and administration of the epilepsy awareness program (exact agencies are not specified in the provided materials).

Financial and administrative considerations

  • The bill implies revenue would support the epilepsy awareness fund and related program activities, but no dollar amounts, fee levels, or funding mechanisms are specified in the available summary.
  • Administrative responsibility for the fund and program (e.g., designated state department or commission) is not identified in the provided information.

Related legislation

  • A 8574 (prior-session)
  • S 1798 (companion bills, same or similar intent)

Timelines and procedural notes

  • Introduced on January 31, 2025.
  • Referred to the Transportation Committee on January 31, 2025 (listed twice in the actions).

Potential impact and considerations

  • Increased public awareness of epilepsy through visible licensing plates.
  • Potential new funding stream for epilepsy research and education efforts.
  • Opportunities for collaboration with epilepsy advocacy groups and researchers.
  • As a referral to Transportation, the bill’s initial focus is likely on the plate program, with broader program funding and administration to be defined later.

Next steps

  • Transportation Committee review, possible amendments, and action.
  • If advanced, potential floor consideration and further negotiations with sponsors and stakeholders.
  • Consideration of fee structures, plate design, governance, and program accountability in subsequent analyses or amendments.

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

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