Costa, Murphy Launch Epilepsy Caucus

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Jim Costa (CA-21) and Gregory Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) announced the launch of the bipartisan Congressional Epilepsy Caucus.

The Congressional Epilepsy Caucus will bring together Members of Congress and experts to raise awareness and understanding about epilepsy, implement meaningful legislation and advocate for funding epilepsy research in the United States Congress.

“It’s critical that those who suffer from epilepsy and seizures have a voice in Congress that advocates for their needs and funding for epilepsy research,” said Costa. “I’m proud to launch the Congressional Epilepsy Caucus to help implement transformative policies, secure funding for research, and raise awareness about issues affecting the epilepsy community.”

“Millions of Americans suffering from epilepsy have little to no support in Congress. As the Co-Chair and co-founder of the bipartisan Epilepsy Caucus, it is my desire to empower the epilepsy community, one whose voice is long-overdue in Washington, to raise much-needed education and awareness. As a practicing physician of over 30 years, I am committed to heightening education of this very common but often stigmatized malady.” said Murphy.

Epilepsy is a disorder of the brain that causes seizures, that can develop in any person at any age. The Centers for Diseases Control (CDC) found that nearly 3.4 million Americans have epilepsy nationwide. Specifically, 3 million adults and 470,00 children.

The Congressional Epilepsy Caucus will be co-chaired by Representatives and co-founders, Jim Costa, and Dr. Greg Murphy. The Caucus is endorsed by the Epilepsy Foundation.