The bill amends section 81-3145 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to enhance the Intergenerational Care Facility Incentive Grant Program. It appropriates $300,000 from the Medicaid Managed Care Excess Profit Fund for the fiscal year 2024-25 to support grants aimed at facilitating the establishment of intergenerational care facilities that provide both nursing services and child care. The Department of Health and Human Services is tasked with developing eligibility requirements and collaborating with nursing home associations to identify and address regulatory barriers to the development of these facilities.

Key changes include the expansion of grant eligibility to cover one-time startup or expansion costs for child care services in certified nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. Facilities can receive up to $100,000, but those that have previously received a grant under this section are ineligible to apply again. The bill also specifies that grants will be awarded to both nonprofit and proprietary facilities based on the date of application, removing the previous priority for rural communities. Additionally, facilities cited for substandard quality of care in their most recent survey are excluded from eligibility.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81-3145
Final Reading: 81-3145
Slip Law: 81-3145