The resolution proposes an interim study to evaluate the effectiveness of programs that address health-related social needs, such as food insecurity, unemployment, and housing instability, which contribute to poor health outcomes. The study aims to assess existing programs that integrate these social needs and their potential applicability in Nebraska. Key areas of focus will include examining the outcomes of such programs for populations with high health and social risk factors, analyzing the impact on participants' health outcomes and healthcare costs, and reviewing results from similar programs in other states and private research studies.
The Health and Human Services Committee of the Nebraska Legislature is tasked with conducting this interim study. Upon completion, the committee is required to report its findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or the Legislature, providing insights that could inform future policy decisions regarding health-related social needs in the state.