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Memorials, Recognition - National Epilepsy Awareness Month -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Greg Vital

Declares November National Epilepsy Awareness Month in Tennessee to promote awareness, reduce stigma, and support education and improved access to care.

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Bill Summary · HR 206

Summary of HR 206 (Session 114, Tennessee)

Title

Memorials, Recognition – National Epilepsy Awareness Month

Purpose and intent

  • The bill is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring National Epilepsy Awareness Month.
  • It expresses support for the Epilepsy Foundation and aims to raise awareness about epilepsy, reduce stigma, and promote education and understanding of the condition.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares November as National Epilepsy Awareness Month in Tennessee.
  • Joins the Epilepsy Foundation in the effort to raise awareness about epilepsy and its impact.
  • Encourages education, understanding, reduced stigma, improved access to care, and better outcomes for people with epilepsy.
  • Directs that an appropriate copy of the resolution be prepared for presentation (the formal copy language emphasizes commemorative recognition rather than creating new laws or mandates).

Who/what is affected

  • Individuals with epilepsy and their families, caregivers, educators, employers, and the general public in Tennessee—through heightened awareness and reduced stigma.
  • The Epilepsy Foundation (as the partner organization) is specifically acknowledged as a collaborator in these awareness efforts.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • This is a resolution (not a bill proposing new statutory changes or funding).
  • Filed for introduction on April 20, 2026.
  • Sponsored by Representative Vital (with a co-sponsor: Greg Vital).
  • As a resolution, it typically would not impose new requirements or expenditures; its effect is ceremonial and educational, aimed at recognizing National Epilepsy Awareness Month and encouraging related outreach during November.

Overall impact

  • Raises public visibility of epilepsy and the needs of those affected.
  • Encourages communities and institutions to support access to care, reduce stigma, and promote informed participation in education and employment for people with epilepsy.
  • Serves as a formal expression of the Tennessee House’s support for epilepsy awareness efforts led by the Epilepsy Foundation.

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

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