H.R. 1189 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
National Plan for Epilepsy Act
H.R. 1189 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Feb 11, 2025, sponsored by Jim Costa with 99 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 11, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 99
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
National Plan for Epilepsy Act This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a national plan, form an advisory council, and take other actions to address epilepsy. The requirements sunset on December 31, 2035. Specifically, the bill requires HHS to carry out a National Plan for Epilepsy to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure epilepsy.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Costa (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 73 Democrats, 26 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 11, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Feb 11, 2025)
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