SEIZURE SAFE SCHOOLS ACT

HB 300, the "Seizure Safe Schools Act," requires New Mexico schools to implement standardized protocols for managing students with seizure disorders. It mandates annual training for all school staff on recognizing seizures and providing first aid, and ensures each school has at least two trained personnel (including school nurses or designated "seizure care personnel") to administer prescribed medications or devices during school hours and activities. The bill requires individualized "seizure action plans" from parents detailing medical needs, symptoms, and accommodations, which must be reviewed by school nurses or trained staff. These provisions directly affect students with seizure disorders, their schools, and all school employees, aiming to ensure consistent, safe care while limiting liability for trained personnel.