This bill aims to secure funding for the Department of Health and Human Services in Nebraska, specifically targeting Medicaid assisted-living facilities. The Legislature intends to appropriate a total of $7,046,697 for the fiscal year 2026-27, which includes $3,104,775 from General Funds and $3,941,922 from Federal Funds. The allocated funds are designated for increasing the current Medicaid assisted-living facility rates under Program No. 348, which is part of Nebraska's aged and disabled home and community-based Medicaid 1915(c) waiver program.

The proposed increase will raise the daily rate for assisted-living waiver days to $78.45 for both rural and urban facilities. This adjustment is intended to enhance the financial support for these facilities, ensuring they can continue to provide necessary services to eligible individuals in the community.