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LR 444: Interim study to examine cost models and payment models for determining behavioral health service rates in Nebraska

Dan QuickHearing Scheduled

LR 444 status: Hearing Scheduled — Notice of hearing for September 17, 2026 (cancel) (updated Aug 17, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score60/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactLow impact 20/100

Bill summary

Official

Interim study to examine cost models and payment models for determining behavioral health service rates in Nebraska. Currently in Nebraska Legislature.

Key analysis

Constitutionality90%
Bipartisan70%
Public opinion65%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • no identified environmental impact

Risks

  • no identified environmental impact

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
55%

Benefits

  • potential for improved efficiency in state health spending
  • long-term cost-effectiveness in service delivery

Risks

  • administrative costs associated with conducting the study

Society

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • identifies gaps in behavioral health reimbursement
  • promotes potential improvements in provider network stability

Risks

  • no guarantee of increased service availability
  • no binding commitment to rate increases
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

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Limitation

analysis based solely on resolution abstract

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Where it stands

Introduced

Complete
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Committee

Current

Notice of hearing for September 17, 2026 (cancel)

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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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