This bill amends Chapter 6, Title 20 of the Idaho Code by adding a new section, 20-629, which authorizes county sheriff's offices to seek reimbursement for costs incurred while recapturing individuals who have absconded from the supervision of the Idaho Department of Correction. Specifically, when a sheriff's office must travel to another state to collect a prisoner, probationer, or parolee, they can submit an invoice for reimbursement that details the expenses related to the recapture, including travel costs, personnel expenses, and any overtime incurred. The Idaho Department of Correction is required to appropriate funds annually for these expenses and must ensure reimbursement occurs within thirty days of receiving the invoice.

Additionally, the bill declares an emergency, stating that it will take effect on July 1, 2026. This provision emphasizes the urgency of the matter, allowing sheriff's offices to recover costs associated with recapturing absconded individuals more efficiently.