Willam A. Brucato

To whom it may concern, Obviously an active and frequent seizure ailment would disqualify a candidate for documents and /or a license . If in fact the ailment is under control the issue here should recognize a mariner's condition as controlled by medication and seizure free for a length of time commensurate with other statutes for operating heavy equipment or driving a car; in this case if a mariner goes perhaps 6 months to a year seizure free/issue a waiver. If in fact a mariner can demonstrate he or she is seizure free for a significant period, their documents should be issued with the appropriate waiver. Serious illnesses are granted waivers everyday which include cardiac issues and diabetic related issues. If one can demonstrate they are under a doctor's care and in control of the ailment that should be enough for the USCG.