HB2606 introduces the Home Arrest Program, allowing certain prison inmates to serve up to 18 months of their sentence under home arrest with electronic monitoring, instead of in prison. To be eligible, inmates must have served at least one year of their sentence, be within 18 months of potential release, and meet specific criteria, including not having been convicted of certain serious crimes, not having violent disciplinary infractions during their current term, and not having any felony detainers. The Department of Corrections (DOC) must notify eligible inmates and process applications within specified timeframes. Victims must be notified and given an opportunity to be heard before an inmate's release into the program.

The bill outlines the conditions for home arrest, including electronic monitoring, participation in treatment and rehabilitation programs, seeking employment, and staying at the residence except under approved circumstances. Inmates may be required to pay a monthly supervision fee. The DOC must report on the program and monitor the recidivism rate of participants. The program will be phased in, starting with inmates who have less than six months remaining on their sentences from December 31, 2024, and gradually including those with longer remaining sentences by June 30, 2025. The bill also makes technical and conforming changes to existing statutes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 31-418, 41-1604.21, 35-146, 35-147, 41-2407, 31-411, 31-467.06, 41-1604.08, 41-1604.13
House Engrossed Version: 31-418, 41-1604.21, 35-146, 35-147, 41-2407, 31-411, 31-467.06, 41-1604.08, 41-1604.13