This bill amends sections 80-316 and 80-401.03 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to update the eligibility criteria for admission to veterans homes and for veterans aid. Notably, it replaces the term "domiciliary and nursing home care and subsistence" with "long-term care" in section 80-316. The bill also modifies the eligibility requirements for applicants, removing the need for applicants to demonstrate disability or dependence on public charities, and instead focusing on the need for long-term care. Additionally, it clarifies that surviving spouses and parents of eligible servicemen and servicewomen must be unable to earn a livelihood to qualify for care.

In section 80-401.03, the bill specifies that applications for aid can originate from local post service officers of recognized veterans organizations, county veterans service officers, or state service officers. It introduces a new provision that requires a minimum of thirty days to elapse between the filing of claims, with the exception of funeral expense applications. The bill also emphasizes that no part of the Nebraska Veterans' Aid Fund's interest accumulation can be used for organizing veterans organizations, ensuring that funds are directed towards necessary administrative support and the preparation of cases for benefits before the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 80-316, 80-401.03