Nebraska 2023-2024 Regular Session

Nebraska Legislature Bill LR338

Introduced
3/25/24  
Refer
3/25/24  

Caption

Interim study to examine health care delivery systems situated in rural areas, defined as all counties except Douglas, Lancaster, and Sarpy

Impact

The insights gained from the study under LR338 will inform potential legislative measures aimed at improving healthcare access and delivery in rural regions. As rural healthcare systems often struggle with limitations such as insufficient healthcare providers, lack of facilities, and high transportation costs for patients, the study's recommendations could lead to targeted interventions. This might include the expansion of telehealth services and incentives for healthcare professionals to practice in underserved areas, thereby improving overall health outcomes for residents.

Summary

LR338 is an interim study focused on examining healthcare delivery systems in rural areas, specifically targeting regions defined as all counties in the state except Douglas, Lancaster, and Sarpy. The aim of this study is to identify barriers to healthcare access faced by residents in these rural locales and to explore effective strategies for enhancing service delivery. With a significant portion of the state’s population residing in these areas, the findings from this study could have substantial implications for public health policy and funding allocations.

Contention

There may be points of contention surrounding LR338 concerning the adequacy of resources allocated for the study and subsequent programs. Stakeholders may debate the effectiveness of telehealth and whether additional funding is truly the solution to the complex issues faced by rural healthcare systems. Furthermore, some lawmakers could express concerns regarding the potential for unintended consequences from any recommended policy changes, arguing that rapid implementations could disrupt existing care structures instead of bolstering them.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NE LR208

Interim study to examine the impact of mobile services on the delivery of health care services

NE LR231

Interim study to examine access to dental care and explore strategies to improve oral health in rural and other underserved areas of Nebraska

NE LR174

Interim study to examine issues raised in LB335, 2023, relating to the impact health care staffing agencies have on the delivery of health care services

NE LR230

Interim study to examine options for allowing retired teachers to return to intermittent work at a school

NE LR130

Interim study to examine the potential construction of the proposed East Beltway administered jointly by the city of Lincoln and Lancaster County

NE LR423

Interim study to examine child care providers in Nebraska and the shortage of child care options in rural Nebraska

NE LR421

Interim study to examine addiction with an emphasis on the examination of opioid addiction

NE LR202

Interim study to examine the mental and behavioral health care needs of Nebraskans

NE HB1186

Expanding the situations in which medications can be dispensed or delivered from hospitals and health care entities.

NE LR154

Interim study to examine Nebraska's maternal care deserts

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.