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 the provision of veterans aid. Notably, the bill introduces the term "long-term care" while removing references to "domiciliary and nursing home care and subsistence." It clarifies that eligible veterans must be in need of long-term care at Nebraska veterans homes and modifies the requirements for surviving spouses and parents of eligible servicemen and servicewomen, removing the age requirement of fifty years for these individuals.

Additionally, the bill revises the process for applying for aid from the Nebraska Veterans' Aid Fund, allowing applications to originate from local post service officers of recognized veterans organizations, county veterans service officers, or state service officers. It establishes that applicants may submit only one claim within a thirty-day period, with an exception for funeral expenses. The bill also emphasizes that no part of the fund's interest accumulation can be used for organizing veterans organizations, and it outlines the responsibilities of the Director of Veterans' Affairs in administering the aid. The original sections 80-316 and 80-401.03 are repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 80-316, 80-401.03
Final Reading: 80-316, 80-401.03
Slip Law: 80-316, 80-401.03