What Do Nebraska’s Medicaid Work Requirements Mean for You in 2026?

Nebraska’s Medicaid work requirements are scheduled to begin in 2026 for some adults enrolled through Medicaid expansion, also known as Heritage Health Adult. This article explains who may be affected, what counts as work or community engagement, who may qualify for an exemption, and what to do if DHHS asks for more information. It also addresses how these rules may overlap with caregiving, guardianship, conservatorship, and family-law concerns, while making clear that Medicaid exemption status does not change custody, parenting time, or court orders.