The proposed bill establishes the Health Care Staffing Agency Registration Act in Nebraska, requiring health care staffing agencies to register annually with the Department of Labor. Key definitions are provided, including "health care staffing agency," "staff worker," and "health care entity." Registration requirements include a $1,500 annual fee and a certification that no noncompete clauses will be enforced against staff workers. The bill explicitly prohibits health care staffing agencies from including noncompete clauses in contracts with staff workers and outlines penalties for noncompliance, which may include civil penalties and revocation of registration.

Additionally, the bill mandates that health care staffing agencies maintain records of staff workers, comply with health and licensing requirements, and submit quarterly reports to the Department of Labor regarding financial transactions related to staff workers. The Department is also tasked with creating a public database of registered agencies, including relevant registration dates. The bill empowers the commissioner to investigate complaints and conduct audits for compliance. It amends Section 81-401 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to incorporate the new act and will become operative on January 1, 2026, while repealing the original Section 81-401.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-401