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LB 962

Adopt the Youth Reentry and Transitional Support Act

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Terrell McKinney

Nebraska bill establishes comprehensive reentry support services including housing, education, and employment assistance for justice-involved youth ages 17-21 transitioning to community.

Presented to Governor on April 10, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 962

Legislative bill overview

LB 962, the Youth Reentry and Transitional Support Act, establishes a framework to support young people transitioning out of the juvenile justice system back into their communities. The bill aims to provide comprehensive services including housing, education, employment assistance, and case management for youth ages 17-21 who have been involved in the juvenile justice system.

Why is this important

Successful reentry is critical because youth leaving juvenile detention face high recidivism rates, with many returning to custody within years. Without structured support, these young people struggle with education disruption, employment barriers, housing instability, and social reintegration, which perpetuates cycles of incarceration and limits their long-term economic and social outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: Questions about how the state will finance ongoing reentry services and whether existing juvenile justice budgets will be reallocated or new appropriations required
  • Age eligibility: Debate over whether 17-21 is the appropriate age range, or if services should extend younger (to catch earlier intervention) or older (to support young adults through age 25)
  • Program coordination: Concerns about how reentry services will coordinate with existing state agencies, nonprofits, and local jurisdictions, and who bears administrative responsibility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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