Legislative Bill 36 aims to enhance transparency and accountability regarding federal funding received by state agencies in Nebraska. The bill introduces a requirement for each state agency to submit a comprehensive federal funding inventory to the Director of Administrative Services every even-numbered year by September 15. This inventory must include details such as the total value of federal receipts, the amount appropriated by the Legislature, the percentage of the agency's budget constituted by federal funds, and any agreements that impose maintenance-of-effort requirements. Additionally, agencies must provide an operating plan for potential reductions in federal receipts and a detailed description of the commitments made to receive these funds.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that no state employee or agency can enter into agreements that obligate the state to maintenance-of-effort requirements without prior consent from the Legislature. This includes any agreements that require state matching funds or other obligations. The intent of these provisions is to ensure that the state maintains control over its financial commitments and is fully aware of the implications of accepting federal funding.