This bill amends several sections of the Nebraska Revised Statutes to create the Supreme Court Operations Cash Fund, which will be administered by the State Court Administrator. The fund is designated for court and probation programs aimed at enhancing justice administration and improving community safety, funded through various sources such as fees, grants, and donations. Additionally, the bill terminates the Supreme Court Reports Cash Fund and mandates that any remaining funds be transferred to the General Fund upon the act's operative date.

The legislation also updates the Court Appointed Special Advocate Act by repealing certain sections and creating a new fund that will terminate on the act's operative date, with remaining funds also directed to the General Fund. The bill emphasizes the importance of court-appointed special advocates in ensuring the safety and well-being of abused and neglected children, while eliminating obsolete provisions related to grants and funding. The act is set to become operative on July 1, 2026, but due to an emergency declaration, it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 24-209, 29-3921, 43-3701, 43-3717, 43-3718