2012 Nebraska Revised Statutes
Chapter 37 - GAME AND PARKS
37-915 - Nebraska Youth Conservation Program; legislative findings and intent.

37-915. Nebraska Youth Conservation Program; legislative findings and intent.

(1) The Legislature finds that:

(a) Every Nebraska youth should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, but that many youth require guidance and support to reach their goals and make positive changes in their lives;

(b) Conserving and developing natural resources and enhancing and maintaining environmentally important land and water through the employment of Nebraska's at-risk youth is beneficial not only to the youth by providing them with education and employment opportunities but also to the state's economy and environment; and

(c) The Nebraska Youth Conservation Program will offer Nebraska a unique opportunity to meet the goals of increasing understanding and appreciation of the environment and helping at-risk youth become productive adults.

(2) It is the intent of the Legislature:

(a) That Nebraska Youth Conservation Program participants complete their participation in the program having learned good work habits, positive attitudes, and broadened professional horizons;

(b) That the program combine academic, environmental, and job skills training with personal growth opportunities in order to develop productive youth who can make substantial contributions as Nebraska workers and citizens; and

(c) To ensure that the Game and Parks Commission coordinate and collaborate with partners from other state and federal government agencies, political subdivisions, postsecondary educational institutions, and community organizations and enter into agreements with such partners for the benefit of the program, as appropriate.