Interim study to examine the use of juvenile restrictive housing and room confinement in Nebraska

This resolution (LR 246) authorizes the Nebraska Legislature's Judiciary Committee to conduct an interim study on juvenile restrictive housing and room confinement in Nebraska. The study will examine current laws, frequency of use, psychological impacts on youth (especially those with mental health needs), alternatives like behavioral interventions, and best practices from other states. It will review state policies, Inspector General reports, and data collection methods across detention centers, consulting youth services agencies and impacted youth. The committee will report findings and recommendations to the Legislature after completing the study. This is a research effort with no immediate policy changes, focused solely on gathering information to inform future decisions.