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SCR 124

Transportation access: persons with epilepsy.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Scott Wiener

California concurrent resolution establishing transportation access protections and accommodations for individuals with epilepsy to ensure safe mobility options.

In Assembly. Held at Desk.
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Bill Summary · SCR 124

Legislative bill overview

SCR 124 is a California Senate Concurrent Resolution addressing transportation access for individuals with epilepsy. The bill moves through the legislative process with unanimous committee support, indicating broad agreement on its underlying policy direction regarding how people with epilepsy can safely access transportation services.

Why is this important

Epilepsy affects approximately 1.2 million Californians, and seizure disorders can significantly impact driving safety and independence. This resolution likely addresses licensing, accommodation, or service access issues that enable people with epilepsy to participate in transportation systems—whether through modified licensing standards, rideshare accommodations, or transit access protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Public safety vs. individual rights: Balancing seizure-related transportation risks against disability discrimination concerns and people's right to independent mobility
  • Scope of accommodation costs: Whether rideshare companies, transit agencies, or public resources should bear costs for accessibility modifications or services
  • Medical criteria clarity: Disagreement over what medical evidence determines when someone with epilepsy can safely drive or requires alternative transportation accommodations

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

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