This bill amends section 81-6,122 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to enhance the evaluation and oversight of the Olmstead plan, which aims to provide services to individuals with developmental disabilities in integrated community settings. The Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with various state departments and organizations, is tasked with developing a comprehensive strategic plan. The chief executive officer of the Department will convene a team to create this plan, appoint a stakeholder advisory committee, consult with an independent expert, and provide ongoing analysis and reporting to the Legislature.

Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for the Health and Human Services Committee and the Urban Affairs Committee of the Legislature to hold a joint public hearing each year by October 1. This hearing will assess the progress of the Olmstead plan in key areas such as housing, employment, and education, and will also explore potential legislative solutions. A report of the findings from this hearing must be submitted electronically to the Clerk of the Legislature by December 31 each year. The original section 81-6,122 is repealed as part of this legislative update.