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NE Code § 71-1940 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1940 - Deny, refuse renewal, or take disciplinary action against license; grounds.

71-1940.  Deny, refuse renewal, or take disciplinary action against license; grounds.The department may deny, refuse to renew, or take disciplinary action against a license issued under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act on any of the following grounds:(1) Failure to meet or violation of any of the requirements of the act or the rules and regulations adopted and promulgated under the act;(2) Violation of an order of the department under the act;(3) Conviction, admission, or substantial evidence of committing or permitting, aiding, or abetting another to commit any unlawful act, including, but not limited to, unlawful acts committed by an applicant or licensee under the act, household members who reside at the place where children's residential care or child-placing services are provided, or employees of the applicant or licensee that involve:(a) Physical abuse of children or vulnerable adults as defined in section 28-371;(b) Endangerment or neglect of children or vulnerable adults;(c) Sexual abuse, sexual assault, or sexual misconduct;(d) Homicide;(e) Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution of a controlled substance listed in section 28-405;(f) Property crimes, including, but not limited to, fraud, embezzlement, and theft by deception; or(g) Use of a weapon in the commission of an unlawful act;(4) Conduct or practices detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of any individual residing in, served by, or employed at the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency;(5) Failure to allow an agent or employee of the department access to the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency for the purposes of inspection, investigation, or other information collection activities necessary to carry out the duties of the department;(6) Failure to allow local or state inspectors, investigators, or law enforcement officers access to the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency for the purposes of investigation necessary to carry out their duties;(7) Failure to meet requirements relating to sanitation, fire safety, and building codes;(8) Failure to comply with or violation of the Medication Aide Act;(9) Failure to file a report of suspected abuse or neglect as required by sections 28-372 and 28-711;(10) Violation of any city, village, or county rules, regulations, resolutions, or ordinances regulating licensees;(11) A history of misconduct or violations by an applicant or licensee involving children or vulnerable adults;(12) Violation of the requirements of section 83-4,134.01; or(13) Violation of any federal, state, or local law involving care of children.Source  Laws 2013, LB265, § 17;  Laws 2018, LB670, § 15.  Cross References  Medication Aide Act, see section 71-6718.
NE Code § 71-1941 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1941 - License; department; impose disciplinary actions; fine; how treated; recovery.

71-1941.  License; department; impose disciplinary actions; fine; how treated; recovery.(1) The department may impose any one or a combination of the following types of disciplinary actions against the license of a residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency:(a) A fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars per violation;(b) A period of probation not to exceed two years, during which time the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency may continue to operate under terms and conditions fixed by the order of probation;(c) Restrictions on new admissions to a residential child-caring agency or acceptance of new referrals by a child-placing agency;(d) Restrictions or other limitations on the number, gender, or age of children served by the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency;(e) Other restrictions or limitations on the type of service provided by the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency;(f) Suspension of the license for a period not to exceed three years, during which time the licensee shall not operate a residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency; or(g) Revocation of the license. A former licensee whose license has been revoked shall not apply for a license for a minimum of two years after the date of revocation.(2) Any fine imposed and unpaid under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act shall constitute a debt to the State of Nebraska which may be collected in the manner of a lien foreclosure or sued for and recovered in any proper form of action in the name of the State of Nebraska in the district court of the county in which the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency is located. The department shall, within thirty days after receipt, remit fines to the State Treasurer for distribution in accordance with Article VII, section 5, of the Constitution of Nebraska.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 18.
NE Code § 71-1942 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1942 - Disciplinary action; department; considerations.

71-1942.  Disciplinary action; department; considerations.In determining what type of disciplinary action to impose, the department may consider:(1) The gravity of the violation, including the probability that death or serious physical or mental harm will result, the severity of the actual or potential harm, and the extent to which the provisions of applicable statutes, rules, and regulations were violated;(2) The reasonableness of the diligence exercised by the licensee in identifying or correcting the violation;(3) The degree of cooperation exhibited by the licensee in the identification, disclosure, and correction of the violation;(4) Any previous violations committed by the licensee; and(5) The financial benefit to the licensee of committing or continuing the violation.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 19.
NE Code § 71-1943 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1943 - Deny, refuse renewal of, or take disciplinary action against license; department; notice; contents; hearing.

71-1943.  Deny, refuse renewal of, or take disciplinary action against license; department; notice; contents; hearing.(1) Except as provided in section 71-1938, if the department determines to deny, refuse renewal of, or take disciplinary action against a license, the department shall send to the applicant or licensee, by certified mail to the last-known address shown on the records of the department, a notice setting forth the determination, the particular reasons for the determination, including a specific description of the nature of the violation and the statute, rule, or regulation violated, and the type of disciplinary action which is pending. The denial, refusal to renew, or disciplinary action shall become final fifteen days after the mailing of the notice unless the applicant or licensee, within such fifteen-day period, makes a written request for a hearing under section 71-1944.(2) A copy of the notice in subsection (1) of this section shall also be mailed to the holder of the license if the holder is not actually involved in the daily operation of the residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency. If the holder of the license is a corporation, a copy of the notice shall be sent to the corporation's registered agent.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 20.
NE Code § 71-1944 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1944 - Applicant or licensee; notification to department; failure to notify department; effect.

71-1944.  Applicant or licensee; notification to department; failure to notify department; effect.(1) Within fifteen days after the mailing of a notice under section 71-1943, an applicant or licensee shall notify the department in writing that the applicant or licensee:(a) Desires to contest the notice and requests a hearing; or(b) Does not contest the notice.(2) If the department does not receive notification within the fifteen-day period, the action of the department shall be final.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 21.
NE Code § 71-1945 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1945 - Applicant or licensee; hearing; procedure; director; decision; contents.

71-1945.  Applicant or licensee; hearing; procedure; director; decision; contents.(1) If the applicant or licensee requests a hearing under section 71-1944, the department shall hold a hearing and give the applicant or licensee the right to present such evidence as may be proper. On the basis of such evidence, the director shall affirm, modify, or set aside the determination. A copy of such decision setting forth the findings of facts and the particular reasons upon which the decision is based shall be sent by either registered or certified mail to the applicant or licensee.(2) The procedure governing hearings authorized by this section shall be in accordance with rules and regulations adopted and promulgated by the department. A full and complete record shall be kept of all proceedings. Witnesses may be subpoenaed by either party and shall be allowed fees at a rate prescribed by rule and regulation.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 22.
NE Code § 71-1946 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1946 - Decision of department; appeal; procedure.

71-1946.  Decision of department; appeal; procedure.Any party to a decision of the department under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act may appeal such decision. The appeal shall be in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 23.Cross References  Administrative Procedure Act, see section 84-920.
NE Code § 71-1947 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1947 - Lapsed license; reinstatement; suspension; probation; reinstatement; procedure; hearing; revoked license; revocation period.

71-1947.  Lapsed license; reinstatement; suspension; probation; reinstatement; procedure; hearing; revoked license; revocation period.(1) A license issued under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act that has lapsed for nonpayment of fees is eligible for reinstatement at any time by applying to the department and paying the fees as provided in section 71-1929.(2) A license that has been disciplined by being placed on suspension is eligible for reinstatement at the end of the period of suspension upon successful completion of an inspection and payment of the fees as provided in section 71-1929.(3) A license that has been disciplined by being placed on probation is eligible for reinstatement at the end of the period of probation upon successful completion of an inspection if the department determines an inspection is warranted.(4) A license that has been disciplined by being placed on probation or suspension may be reinstated prior to the completion of the term of such probation or suspension as provided in this subsection. Upon petition from a licensee and after consideration of materials submitted with such petition, the director may order an inspection or other investigation of the licensee. On the basis of material submitted by the licensee and the results of any inspection or investigation by the department, the director shall determine whether to grant full reinstatement of the license, to modify the probation or suspension, or to deny the petition for reinstatement. The director's decision shall become final fifteen days after mailing the decision to the licensee unless the licensee requests a hearing within such fifteen-day period. Any requested hearing shall be held according to rules and regulations of the department for administrative hearings in contested cases. Any party to the decision shall have a right to judicial review under the Administrative Procedure Act.(5) A license that has been disciplined by being revoked is not eligible for relicensure until two years after the date of such revocation. An application for an initial license may be made at the end of such two-year period.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 24.Cross References  Administrative Procedure Act, see section 84-920.
NE Code § 71-1948 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1948 - Voluntary surrender of license.

71-1948.  Voluntary surrender of license.A licensee may voluntarily surrender a license issued under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act at any time, except that the department may refuse to accept a voluntary surrender of a license if the licensee is under investigation or if the department has initiated disciplinary action against the licensee.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 25.
NE Code § 71-1949 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1949 - Rules and regulations; contested cases; procedure.

71-1949.  Rules and regulations; contested cases; procedure.(1) To protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and to insure to the greatest extent possible the efficient, adequate, and safe care of children, the department may adopt and promulgate rules and regulations consistent with the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act as necessary for:(a) The proper care and protection of children in residential child-caring agencies and child-placing agencies regulated under the act;(b) The issuance, discipline, and reinstatement of licenses; and(c) The proper administration of the act.(2) Such rules and regulations shall establish standards for levels of care and services which may include, but are not limited to, supervision and structured activities designed to address the social, emotional, educational, rehabilitative, medical, and physical needs of children residing in or being placed by a residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency and may include the use of community resources to meet the needs of children and qualifications of staff.(3) Contested cases of the department under the act shall be in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 26.Cross References  Administrative Procedure Act, see section 84-920.
NE Code § 71-1950 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1950 - Violations; penalty.

71-1950.  Violations; penalty.Any person who establishes, operates, or maintains a residential child-caring agency or child-placing agency subject to the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act without first obtaining a license as required under the act or who violates any of the provisions of the act shall be guilty of a Class I misdemeanor. Each day such person operates after a first conviction shall be considered a subsequent offense.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 27.
NE Code § 71-1951 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1951 - Existing rules and regulations, licenses, and proceedings; how treated.

71-1951.  Existing rules and regulations, licenses, and proceedings; how treated.(1) All rules and regulations adopted and promulgated prior to May 26, 2013, under sections 71-1901 to 71-1906.01 or other statutes amended by Laws 2013, LB265, may continue to be effective under the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act to the extent not in conflict with the act.(2) All licenses issued prior to May 26, 2013, in accordance with sections 71-1901 to 71-1906.01 or other statutes amended by Laws 2013, LB265, shall remain valid as issued for purposes of the Children's Residential Facilities and Placing Licensure Act unless revoked or otherwise terminated by law.(3) Any suit, action, or other proceeding, judicial or administrative, which was lawfully commenced prior to May 26, 2013, under sections 71-1901 to 71-1906.01 or other statutes amended by Laws 2013, LB265, shall be subject to the provisions of sections 71-1901 to 71-1906.01 or such other statutes as they existed prior to May 26, 2013.Source Laws 2013, LB265, § 28.
NE Code § 71-1952 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1952 - Step Up to Quality Child Care Act; act, how cited.

71-1952.  Step Up to Quality Child Care Act; act, how cited.Sections 71-1952 to 71-1964 shall be known and may be cited as the Step Up to Quality Child Care Act.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 1.
NE Code § 71-1953 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1953 - Purposes of act.

71-1953.  Purposes of act.The purposes of the Step Up to Quality Child Care Act are to (1) provide accountability for public funds invested in child care and early childhood education programs, (2) provide a path to higher quality for child care and early childhood education programs, (3) provide parents a tool by which to evaluate the quality of child care and early childhood education programs, and (4) improve child development and school readiness outcomes.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 2.
NE Code § 71-1954 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1954 - Terms, defined.

71-1954.  Terms, defined.For purposes of the Step Up to Quality Child Care Act:(1) Applicable child care and early childhood education programs include:(a) Child care programs licensed under the Child Care Licensing Act which serve children from birth to kindergarten-entrance age;(b) Prekindergarten services and prekindergarten programs established pursuant to section 79-1104; and(c) The federal Head Start programs, 42 U.S.C. 9831 et seq., and Early Head Start programs, 42 U.S.C. 9840a; and(2) Fiscal year means the fiscal year of the State of Nebraska.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 3.Cross References  Child Care Licensing Act, see section 71-1908.
NE Code § 71-1955 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1955 - Quality rating and improvement system; State Department of Education; Department of Health and Human Services; duties.

71-1955.  Quality rating and improvement system; State Department of Education; Department of Health and Human Services; duties.The State Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services shall collaborate (1) to develop, implement, and provide oversight for a quality rating and improvement system for participating applicable child care and early childhood education programs, (2) to establish quality rating criteria for the system as provided in sections 71-1956 and 71-1958, (3) to use the quality rating criteria to assign quality scale ratings to participating applicable child care and early childhood education programs as provided in sections 71-1956 and 71-1958, and (4) to provide incentives and support, including professional development, training, and postsecondary education opportunities, to participating applicable child care and early childhood education programs as provided in section 71-1961.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 4.
NE Code § 71-1956 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1956 - Child care and early childhood education program; rating; quality rating criteria.

71-1956.  Child care and early childhood education program; rating; quality rating criteria.(1) Each applicable child care and early childhood education program which applies under section 71-1957 to participate in the quality rating and improvement system developed pursuant to section 71-1955 shall be rated on a quality scale using ratings labeled steps one through five and based on quality rating criteria.(2) Quality rating criteria shall be used to assign a quality scale rating as appropriate for the specific step. The criteria shall include, but not be limited to:(a) Licensing requirements as specified in the Child Care Licensing Act;(b) Facility safety and management;(c) Child development and school readiness outcomes;(d) Program curriculum, learning environment, and adult-child interactions;(e) Professional development and training;(f) Family engagement;(g) Program administration;(h) Standards used by nationally recognized accrediting bodies approved by the State Department of Education; and(i) Other standards as required by the State Department of Education for prekindergarten services and prekindergarten programs established pursuant to section 79-1104 and federal performance standards for Head Start and Early Head Start programs.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 5.Cross References  Child Care Licensing Act, see section 71-1908.
NE Code § 71-1957 (2021)
2021 Nebraska Revised Statutes|Chapter 71 - Public Health and Welfare|71-1957 - Participation in quality rating and improvement system.

71-1957.  Participation in quality rating and improvement system.Application to participate in the quality rating and improvement system shall be voluntary for applicable child care and early childhood education programs with the following exceptions:(1) Beginning July 1, 2014, and not later than December 31, 2014, each applicable child care or early childhood education program that received over five hundred thousand dollars in child care assistance pursuant to section 68-1202 for FY2011-12 shall apply to participate in the quality rating and improvement system and shall be assigned a quality scale rating as provided in sections 71-1956 and 71-1958;(2) Beginning July 1, 2015, and not later than December 31, 2015, each applicable child care or early childhood education program that received over two hundred fifty thousand dollars in child care assistance pursuant to section 68-1202 for FY2011-12 shall apply to participate in the quality rating and improvement system and shall be assigned a quality scale rating as provided in sections 71-1956 and 71-1958; and(3) Beginning July 1, 2016, each applicable child care or early childhood education program that received over two hundred fifty thousand dollars in child care assistance pursuant to section 68-1202 in the preceding fiscal year shall, not later than December 31 of the applicable year or six months after actual receipt of such assistance, whichever is later, apply to participate in the quality rating and improvement system and shall be assigned a quality scale rating as provided in sections 71-1956 and 71-1958.Source Laws 2013, LB507, § 6.