The bill introduces the Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Survivor Assistance Act, which aims to provide support and resources for victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking in Nebraska. It establishes definitions for key terms such as "victim of domestic violence," "sex trafficking survivor," and "qualified third party," and outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Health and Human Services in facilitating housing stability for these victims. The department is tasked with providing housing-related assistance, which includes grants and loans, and may contract with qualified organizations to deliver these services. Additionally, the bill creates the Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Survivor Housing Assistance Fund to support these initiatives.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing laws related to sentencing considerations for offenders, allowing courts to take into account if an offender has been a victim of abuse or trafficking when determining sentences. It also modifies the documentary stamp tax rate, increasing it to two dollars and thirty-two cents per one thousand dollars of value, and reallocates portions of the tax revenue to various funds, including the newly established Domestic Violence and Sex Trafficking Survivor Housing Assistance Fund. The bill repeals the original sections of the statutes that are being amended.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 76-901, 76-903, 77-1327
Final Reading: 29-2260, 76-901, 76-903, 77-1327
Slip Law: 29-2260, 76-901, 76-903, 77-1327