Bill > LB668

This bill makes several changes to laws concerning adult and child protection services in Nebraska, primarily focusing on the Adult Protective Services Central Registry and the Child Protection and Family Safety Act. Key provisions include ensuring that individuals accused of abusing, neglecting, or exploiting a vulnerable adult are notified of their right to contest any determination before being added to the registry, and that they will not be added until a final decision is made if they request an appeal. The bill also clarifies definitions within the Child Protection and Family Safety Act, specifically distinguishing between "prevention cases" and other types of child welfare cases, and introduces the concept of "prevention services" as community-based support. Additionally, it modifies procedures for notifying subjects of child abuse or neglect reports about their rights, including the right to appeal and the timeline for entry into the central registry, and slightly increases the fee for central registry record checks.

Health and Social Services

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