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LR 191

Interim study to examine issues within the jurisdiction of the Health and Human Services Committee

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Brian Hardin

Designates the Health and Human Services Committee to conduct an interim study and deliver findings and recommendations to the Legislature.

Notice of hearing for December 05, 2025
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Bill Summary · LR 191

Summary: Legislative Resolution LR 191 (2025)

Overview

Legislative Resolution 191 (LR 191) is an interim study resolution introduced in the Nebraska Legislature during the 109th Legislature, First Session (2025). The primary sponsor is Senator Hardin. The resolution designates a study by the Health and Human Services Committee (HHSC) to examine issues within its jurisdiction that may arise during the interim between sessions, with a final report of findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

Purpose and Scope

  • Purpose: To authorize an interim study to identify and analyze issues within the Health and Human Services Committee’s jurisdiction that may emerge during the interim.
  • Scope: Any issues falling under the jurisdiction of the Health and Human Services Committee that may arise between legislative sessions. The exact topics are not predefined in the resolution, allowing the committee to pursue relevant questions as they surface.

Key Provisions

  • Designation of the HHSC: The Health and Human Services Committee is designated to conduct the interim study.
  • Reporting requirement: At the conclusion of the study, the committee must prepare a report of its findings along with recommendations and submit it to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction: May 14, 2025
  • Initial referrals: Referred to Executive Board on May 14, 2025; subsequently referred to Health and Human Services Committee (May 14 and May 19, 2025).
  • Hearings: Notices of hearings issued for:
    • September 5, 2025 (two notices appear in the record)
    • December 5, 2025
  • Current status: Notice of hearing set for December 5, 2025, indicating ongoing progress toward an interim study during the 2025 interim period.

Who Is Affected

  • State agencies and departments that operate under the Health and Human Services Committee’s oversight may be involved, as the study may require information, data, or testimony from relevant agencies.
  • Stakeholders and Nebraskans who rely on health and human services could be impacted by any findings or recommendations that emerge from the interim study.
  • The Legislative Council and Legislature will receive the final report with findings and recommendations, informing future policy considerations.

Potential Impact

  • The resolution provides a structured mechanism to review and scrutinize health and human services issues outside the regular legislative session.
  • It aims to facilitate evidence-based recommendations that could influence future legislation or agency practices related to health and human services in Nebraska.

Sponsor

  • Primary sponsor: Senator Hardin (District 48)

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

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