Health and Human Services

This legislative resolution directs the Nebraska Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on how behavioral health service rates are determined in the state. The study will examine current payment methods, compare Nebraska's approach with other states, analyze how costs have changed since the last review, and assess the impact of Medicaid managed care on rate-setting. It will also look at services not currently covered by public payers and how funding them might affect the state budget and private insurance. The committee will consult with agencies, experts, and stakeholders before submitting findings and recommendations to the Legislature.

This legislative resolution directs the Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on diaper access for Nebraska families, particularly those with children from birth to age three. The study will examine how diaper need affects mothers, children, medical and public health systems, workforce participation, and early childhood care, using 2023 Census data to identify the scope of the issue. It will review available state resources, compare other states' approaches to supporting diaper access, and assess whether state funding is needed to address the problem. The committee will submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature upon completion.

This legislative resolution directs the Nebraska Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on the state's waiver programs for developmental disabilities and aging services. The study will examine eligibility rules, funding caps, assessment tools used to determine disability needs, and the impact of algorithm-based evaluation methods. It also looks at how individuals with disabilities might benefit from transitioning to a specific Social Security status for Medicaid eligibility. The committee will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature after completing the review.

This legislative resolution directs Nebraska's Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on maternal depression in the state. The study will gather data on mental health rates among mothers, review how maternal mental health affects children and families, and examine current screening methods and service availability. It will also compare Nebraska's approach with other states and assess whether additional funding is needed to support potential policy changes. The committee will submit its findings and recommendations to the Legislature after completing the review.

This legislative resolution directs the Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study on adding long-term care services to Nebraska's Medicaid managed care program. The study will examine the financial and operational impacts of such a change, including reviewing how other states have implemented similar programs. The committee will compile its findings and recommendations for the Legislature, providing information to inform future decisions on this issue. This measure does not change current policy but establishes a research process to gather data before any potential expansion occurs.