This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding community supervision and introduces a new home confinement program for eligible inmates. Under the amended section 31-418, the monthly supervision fee for community supervision remains at $65, with provisions for reduced fees based on the prisoner's ability to pay. The distribution of collected fees is also updated, with 70% going to the victim compensation fund and 30% to the newly established community corrections enhancement fund. Additionally, the bill adds section 41-1604.21, which outlines the criteria and rules for the home confinement program, including eligibility requirements, application processes, and monitoring procedures.

The home confinement program is designed for inmates who have served at least one year of their sentence and meet specific criteria, such as not having violent disciplinary infractions or felony warrants. The department is tasked with adopting rules for the program, ensuring equitable access, and evaluating applications within 90 days. The bill also stipulates that inmates in the program will be monitored electronically and may be required to pay a supervision fee, with collected funds directed to the community corrections enhancement fund. If an inmate violates program conditions or commits a subsequent felony, their home confinement may be revoked, returning them to custody. The act is set to take effect on March 31, 2026.

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