LR187

Interim study to examine the ability of the State of Nebraska to draw down Title IV-E funds for purposes of pre-petition legal services for parent and child legal representation as permitted under federal law

Introduced·5/14/25
Introduced Text

Nebraska LR187 proposes an interim study to explore the state's ability to use Title IV-E funds for pre-petition legal services for parents and.

Nebraska LR187 proposes an interim study to examine the state's ability to draw down Title IV-E funds for pre-petition legal services for parents and children. The study will explore the benefits for Nebraska families, the necessary organizational structure within state government, and whether statutory changes are needed for the Department of Health and Human Services to manage these funds. The Judiciary Committee will conduct the study and report findings to the Legislative Council or Legislature.

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Where it stands

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Judiciary Committee
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Committee decision

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History

May 19, 2025

Legislature

Referred to Judiciary Committee

May 14, 2025

Legislature

Date of introduction

May 14, 2025

Legislature

Referred to Executive Board