This bill amends several sections of the Nebraska Revised Statutes concerning the appointment and oversight of guardians and conservators. Key changes include new requirements for background checks for individuals nominated as guardians or conservators. Specifically, nominees must now authorize the Nebraska State Patrol to submit their fingerprints to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a national criminal history check, and the results must be reported to the State Court Administrator. The bill also stipulates that the applicant is responsible for the costs associated with fingerprinting and the background check. Additionally, the requirement for a report or national criminal history check is waived for emergency temporary guardianship or conservatorship applications.

The bill further clarifies the procedures for appointing temporary guardians and conservators in emergency situations, including provisions for expedited hearings. It allows for the appointment of temporary guardians to assist individuals in applying for benefits and grants them access to necessary personal and financial records. The temporary guardianship can be extended for successive ninety-day periods if needed, and the bill specifies that temporary guardians and conservators are not required to provide fingerprints for the national criminal history check. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process while ensuring the safety and welfare of individuals in need of guardianship or conservatorship.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30-2602.02, 30-2626, 30-2630.01
Final Reading: 30-2602.02, 30-2626, 30-2630.01
Slip Law: 30-2602.02, 30-2626, 30-2630.01