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NE LB1132

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Fredrickson

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Origin

Legislature

109th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Department of Health and Human Services must submit a state plan amendment to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services no later than October 1, 2026

  • Coverage would apply to long-acting injectable and extended-release medications approved by the FDA for treating serious mental illness or substance use disorder

  • Medications must be administered in a hospital, emergency department, or inpatient setting, including state hospitals or state psychiatric facilities

  • Amends section 68-911 of the Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025, which governs medical assistance coverage under Nebraska's Medicaid program

Legislative Description

Require the Department of Health and Human Services to file a state plan amendment for coverage of long-acting injectable and extended-release medications for certain individuals

Last Action

Notice of hearing for February 11, 2026

1/30/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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