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LB 1122

State intent regarding appropriations to the Department of Health and Human Services

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Eliot Bostar

Nebraska bill expressing legislative intent on state appropriations to Department of Health and Human Services; currently in committee with amendment pending February hearing.

Notice of hearing for February 09, 2026
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Bill Summary · LB 1122

Legislative bill overview

LB 1122 is a Nebraska bill that expresses legislative intent regarding state appropriations to the Department of Health and Human Services. The bill was introduced by Senator Eliot Bostar and is currently in the Appropriations Committee following a filed amendment (Kauth FA780). A hearing is scheduled for February 9, 2026.

Why is this important

Appropriations bills directly determine funding levels and allocation priorities for state health and human services programs that affect vulnerable populations including Medicaid recipients, elderly individuals, children in state care, and those with disabilities. The bill's passage or failure will influence what resources are available for public health initiatives, mental health services, and social welfare programs across Nebraska.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific appropriation amounts or budget priorities are not detailed in available information, making it unclear whether the bill increases, decreases, or maintains current funding levels
  • The amendment filed (Kauth FA780) may introduce substantive changes to the original bill's intent that could shift resource allocation among different DHHS programs
  • Appropriations decisions often pit competing priorities against each other—healthcare expansion versus cost containment, program accessibility versus fiscal responsibility—creating disagreement among legislators

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

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