The bill introduces the Family Home Visitation Act, which mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to implement evidence-based nurse home visiting services aimed at improving the health and well-being of families with young children or pregnant individuals. The Act defines a home visitation program as a voluntary initiative that includes regular visits by qualified professionals to enhance various aspects of family health, parenting practices, and child development. The bill specifies that only evidence-based programs will receive state funding, ensuring high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement. Additionally, it allows families to decline services at any time and requires the department to report on program outcomes and demographics of families served.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing statutes related to medical assistance and the Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund. It includes provisions for funding targeted case management for evidence-based nurse home visiting services, emphasizing the use of the Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund rather than the General Fund for financing these services. The amendments also clarify the allocation of funds for various health services, including translation and interpretation services, while repealing outdated sections of the law. Overall, the bill aims to enhance public health initiatives and support for families in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-911, 68-996
Final Reading: 68-911, 68-996
Slip Law: 68-911, 68-996