LB 603, a bill aimed at solving some of the significant problems in Nebraska’s behavioral and children’s health services. Right now, desperate parents are forced to make a horrible choice: Keep their children or give up custody to the state so they can receive the health care and treatment they need. LB 603 will increase access and availability of health care services that are not dependent on a parent losing custody of their child.

Before LB 551, anyone aged 23 or older could no longer qualify for coverage under their parents’ health insurance. Unfortunately, finding a job -- especially a job that offers insurance benefits -- has become increasingly difficult and too many Nebraskans in their mid-20’s have been forced off their parents insurance with few options.