House Bill No. 159 establishes the Caddo Parish Pretrial Home Incarceration Program, allowing the Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office to implement a pilot program that utilizes active electronic monitoring as an alternative to traditional imprisonment for eligible defendants. The bill outlines specific eligibility criteria, including the nature of the charges against the defendant and assessments made by the Sheriff's Office. It mandates the development of rules and regulations governing the program, which will include conditions for participation, supervision requirements, and the use of electronic monitoring devices. Additionally, the sheriff may require defendants to undergo periodic behavioral health checks if deemed necessary based on risk assessments.

The bill also addresses funding for the program, allowing the sheriff to collect fees and apply for grants to support its implementation. It specifies that the sheriff and the parish governing authority will not be liable for certain costs related to the defendants' participation, such as medical or housing expenses. Furthermore, the program will be evaluated for its effectiveness, with reports required to be submitted to relevant legislative committees. The program is set to begin no later than January 1, 2027, and will be phased out if certain conditions regarding jail capacity are met.