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LB 54

State intent regarding appropriations for providers of developmental disability services

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Myron Dorn and 1 co-sponsor

LB 54 aims to fund an 11% increase in reimbursement rates for developmental disability service providers, with an emergency clause to take effect promptly.

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Bill Summary · LB 54

Summary: Legislative Bill LB 54 (Nebraska, 2025)

Overview

  • Bill Number: LB 54
  • Title: State intent regarding appropriations for providers of developmental disability services
  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Committee: Appropriations
  • Primary Sponsor: Senator Myron Dorn
  • Co-sponsor: Senator Raybould
  • Hearing: Notice of hearing on March 11, 2025 (Chair: Senator Robert Clements)

Purpose and Intent

LB 54 declares Nebraska’s intent to appropriate funds to increase reimbursement rates paid to providers of developmental disability services by 11%. The bill specifies that the appropriations are to be used solely for implementing this 11% rate increase.

Key Provisions

  • Section 1: General Fund appropriation
    • Amount: $XXX from the General Fund for FY 2025-26
    • Purpose: To Program 424 for implementing an 11% increase in reimbursement rates to providers of developmental disability services
    • Condition: Funds to be used exclusively for this purpose
  • Section 2: Federal Funds appropriation
    • Amount: $XXX from Federal Funds for FY 2025-26
    • Purpose: To Program 348 for implementing the same 11% increase
    • Condition: Funds to be used exclusively for this purpose
  • Section 3: Effective date
    • The bill includes an emergency clause, so it takes effect when enacted and approved according to law.

Fiscal and Administrative Implications

  • The bill would increase funding specifically to raise reimbursement rates by 11% for providers of developmental disability services.
  • Exact dollar amounts are not specified in the text provided (denoted as XXX), indicating that the precise General Fund and Federal Funds figures would be determined or refined (likely via fiscal notes) before final passage.
  • Programs affected: Program 424 (General Fund) and Program 348 (Federal Funds) within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
  • The emergency clause suggests it could take effect promptly upon enactment, impacting the current and upcoming budget year.

Affected Parties

  • Providers of developmental disability services in Nebraska (state- and federally-funded programs)
  • Individuals with developmental disabilities who receive services through these providers
  • Families and caregivers relying on these services
  • Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), which administers the relevant programs and reimbursements

Procedural Timeline and Status

  • Introduced: January 9, 2025
  • Referred to Committee: January 13, 2025
  • Cosponsor Added: January 13, 2025 (Raybould)
  • Notice of Hearing Issued: February 5, 2025 (for March 11, 2025 hearing)
  • Hearing: Scheduled for March 11, 2025
  • Current Status: Notice of hearing; bill under consideration by the Appropriations Committee

What to Watch

  • Final fiscal note for the exact General Fund and Federal Funds amounts (the XXX placeholders will be clarified)
  • Potential amendments during committee and floor debates
  • Impact assessments on DHHS budgets, service availability, and provider capacity if the 11% increase is enacted
  • Whether the emergency clause remains as introduced or is modified during the legislative process

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

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