This bill amends sections of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to allow counties to seek reimbursement from the state for medical services provided to county jail inmates. It defines key terms such as "county board," "eligible medical costs," and "inmate," and establishes the Jail Standards Board's responsibilities regarding reimbursement. Starting July 1, 2025, the board will reimburse counties for eligible medical costs, with provisions for proration if state appropriations are insufficient. The bill also outlines the process for counties to submit claims, including deadlines and requirements for documentation, and specifies that the board has the authority to audit claims and determine eligible costs.

Additionally, the bill modifies the fee structure for sheriffs, increasing various service fees from two dollars to twenty-five dollars, and introduces new provisions for charging additional fees when multiple officers are required for warrant service. It also adjusts the commission structure for taxes collected by distress and sale, with new rates established for different amounts. The original sections of the statutes being amended are repealed, and the bill is declared to take effect immediately due to the existence of an emergency.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 33-117, 77-1720