The bill amends the Domestic Violence Prevention Act by introducing new provisions regarding the disposition of domestic violence cases and the duties of the batterers intervention program standards oversight committee. It allows the court to determine the number of hours an individual convicted of domestic violence must complete in a batterers intervention program, providing the court with discretion regarding the individual's financial responsibility for the costs associated with the program. The previous requirement for individuals to pay for the program at their own expense has been removed.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the oversight committee, which includes establishing minimum standards for batterers intervention programs, monitoring compliance, and certifying programs that meet these standards. The committee is also tasked with reviewing appeals and complaints related to program certification. The bill emphasizes the importance of evidence-informed practices in batterers intervention programs and allows for flexibility in payment options for mandated participants. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the effectiveness of domestic violence interventions while ensuring that the financial burden on offenders is assessed more equitably.