Nebraska 4-H Policy Handbook

(Revised October, 2002)


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4-H Memberships and Participation

What Is 4-H?
National Policy on Definitions of 4-H for Extension Reporting
Methods of Participation
Enrollment Period
Age Regulations
Clover Kids
Youth with Special Needs
Married Youth
Change in Residence
Cross County and State Line Participation
Dissolution of 4-H Clubs

4-H Volunteers/Staff Screening

Privilege
Screening Process
Termination

Risk Management

Protection from Abuse
Equine Limited Liability Law
Animal Exhibits for Clover Kids
4-H and the Web

Use and/or Possession of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Mood-Altering Substances

4-H Trips

Sponsorship
Housing

National 4-H Congress and Conferences

4-H International Programs

4-H Materials

Competitive Events

Background
Definitions and Criteria
Multi-county Programming
State Events
Regional and National Events

Memorandum of Understanding with County Fairs

4-H Club Emblem and Name Use

The Official 4-H Emblem
Sale of Products by 4-H Clubs
Advertising
Public Law 772
Federal Taxation Requirements/Internal Revenue Service
Employer Identification Number
Social Security Contributions

Glossary

Appendices

Nebraska’s Child Abuse Mandatory Reporting Provisions
Equine Limited Liability - Legislative Bill 153
Suggested Club Dissolution Clause
Operational Guidelines for Committees for Competitive State and District Events
Example Memorandum of Understanding with County Fairs