NE LB1031

Appropriates $1.5 million for fiscal year 2025-26 and $1.5 million for fiscal year 2026-27 from the Hospital Quality Assurance and Access Assessment Fund to the Department of Health and Human Services

Funds designated for reimbursement to non-hospital mental health providers who deliver behavioral health services to dual-eligible beneficiaries (individuals enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare)

Requires payment of the higher rate between Medicaid or Medicare for behavioral health services provided to dual-eligible recipients

States legislative intent to sustain Medicaid rates for mental health providers serving dual-eligible beneficiaries receiving behavioral health services under the medical assistance program