CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Eric Schmitt (R-MO)

National Plan for Epilepsy Act

S. 494 · Senate bill Health

A Republican bill with 19 Democratic cosponsors · See all 27 cosponsors

Last activity — Held at the desk.

Passed one chamber, waiting for the other to take it up

Passed one chamber, and the other has not yet sent it to a committee or put it on its calendar.

The other chamber will hand it to a committee, place it on its calendar, or leave it where it is. Nothing has been decided, and a bill can sit here indefinitely.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Passed Senate unanimous consent
  3. Awaiting House

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

The National Plan for Epilepsy Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to review and update existing Federal programs related to epilepsy. This review covers research, prevention, early identification, diagnosis, and treatment. The Secretary is tasked with identifying knowledge gaps and ways to improve health outcomes. The process involves soliciting input from Federal agencies, patient advocates, and subject matter experts. Finally, the Secretary must submit a report containing findings and recommendations to specific Congressional committees within two years.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Would people with disabilities be better off under this?

    The bill focuses on improving diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life for those with epilepsy, a disabling condition.

  • Scored +5

    Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?

    The bill aims to improve health outcomes, functionality, and quality of life for people living with epilepsy.

  • Scored +4

    Does this make health care easier to get in general?

    The bill directs a review to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care for individuals with epilepsy.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.