This bill amends the Foster Care Review Act by introducing new provisions regarding local foster care review boards. It establishes that these boards will conduct foster care file audit case reviews for children in foster care and specifies that the executive director of the office will select board members from a list of applicants, ensuring diverse representation. Notably, the bill exempts local boards from the Open Meetings Act, indicating that they will not be considered public bodies under this law.

Additionally, the bill updates the responsibilities of the designated local boards, which include conducting regular case reviews, submitting findings and recommendations to the court, and promoting stability in foster care placements. It also repeals obsolete provisions and outright repeals section 43-1306 of the Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2024. The changes aim to streamline the review process and enhance the effectiveness of foster care oversight in Nebraska.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 43-1304, 43-1308