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ONE HUNDRED NINTH LEGISLATURE
SECOND SESSION
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION 382
Introduced by Fredrickson, 20.
PURPOSE: The purpose of this resolution is to propose an interim study to
examine issues related to play therapy access in Nebraska. Play therapy is a
well-established and evidence-based mental health intervention that is
particularly effective with young children.
The study shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
(1) An examination of the current evidence regarding the efficacy of play
therapy, as well as any proven outcomes for children;
(2) An overview of the challenge of access to play therapy for families in
need;
(3) A review of current regulations regarding play therapy in the state;
(4) A lookback on difficulties in the state regarding billing for play
therapy;
(5) An examination of required education and credentials to offer play
therapy;
(6) Research on how other states approach play therapy as a modality;
(7) A review of potential statutory or administrative changes to support
play therapy in Nebraska; and
(8) A determination of whether additional state funding is needed to
support such changes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MEMBERS OF THE ONE HUNDRED NINTH
LEGISLATURE OF NEBRASKA, SECOND SESSION:
1. That the Health and Human Services Committee of the Legislature shall
be designated to conduct an interim study to carry out the purposes of this
resolution.
2. That the committee shall upon the conclusion of its study make a report
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of its findings, together with its recommendations, to the Legislative Council
or Legislature.
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