This bill establishes a provision for mental health leave for full-time employees of school districts in Nebraska. Specifically, it allows each employee to take five days of paid mental health leave per school fiscal year, ensuring that their usual salary is maintained during this time. Importantly, this mental health leave will not count against any other leave the employee may accrue, and school districts are prohibited from requiring any documentation from medical or mental health providers to justify the use of this leave.

The bill is designed to promote the mental well-being of school district employees and recognizes the importance of mental health in the workplace. It is set to take effect immediately upon passage and approval, reflecting the urgency of addressing mental health needs within educational environments.