NE LR188

Proposes an interim study to examine Nebraska's financial partnership with the federal government for delivering health services through Medicaid

In 2024, 342,546 children and adults were insured by Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

32% of Nebraska children/youth under 18 are covered by Medicaid; 33% of rural adults ages 19-64 access healthcare through Medicaid

87% of Nebraska youth ages 12-17 with mental health diagnoses access care through Medicaid and CHIP

Designates the Appropriations Committee to conduct the study and report findings and recommendations to the Legislative Council or Legislature