State Auditor finds questionable billing in $434M Nebraska waiver program

Auditors found providers billing impossible hours, receiving payments while working elsewhere and bypassing safeguards designed to prevent improper billing

August 24, 2026Updated: August 24, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

State Auditor finds questionable billing in $434M Nebraska waiver program

Regional

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Omaha police K-9 resuscitated after being strangled during armed standoff

State

Lincoln County commissioner accused of threatening jail staff after DUI arrest

Platte Valley Company celebrates Potter location

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State Auditor finds questionable billing in $434M Nebraska waiver program

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Sports

Norfolk routs Lincoln Northwest in first ever meeting

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NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Ag & Outdoor

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Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

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