​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Advisory Committee on Developmental Disabilities is governed by Nebraska Revised Statute §83-1212.01. 

Purpose

The advisory committee advises DHHS on funding and delivery of services. This includes:

• Providing oversight to make sure people placed in the custody of the department under the Developmental Disabilities Court-Ordered Custody Act receive the least restrictive treatment and services necessary;
  
• Overseeing the design and implementation of the quality management and improvement plan; and
  
• Assisting, providing feedback, and guiding the implementation of the family support program under Nebraska Revised Statute §68-1530.​
  

DDD informs the advisory committee of proposed changes at least thirty days before changes start so the advisory committee may respond. 

Membership

The advisory committee includes representatives of:

• A statewide advocacy organization for persons with developmental disabilities and their families;
  
• Nebraska's protection and advocacy organization;
  
• The Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCDD); and
  
• The University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disability Education, Research and Service (UCEDD).
  

There may be up to 15 additional members. At least 51% of members are people with developmental disabilities and their family members.

Members are appointed by the Governor for three year terms, with a designated chairperson.

Meeting Information​

​Upcoming Meetings

The advisory committee meetings fall under the Nebraska Open Meetings Act. Unless otherwise stated, meetings are held in Conference Room P, at 5220 South 16^th St, Lincoln; on Wednesdays; at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Central Time, with public comments being heard at 1:45 PM. Ten committee members are needed to meet quorum.

The following meetings are scheduled:

• MONDAY June 17, 2024
• August 14, 2024
• October 9, 2024
• December 11, 2024
• February 12, 2025​