The bill amends Article 26.05 of the Code of Criminal Procedure to enhance the reimbursement process for expenses incurred by counsel appointed to represent defendants in noncapital criminal cases. It specifies that these attorneys, excluding those from public defender's offices, will be reimbursed for reasonable and necessary expenses related to investigations, as well as travel, food, and lodging when the defendant is confined more than 50 miles from the court. Additionally, it allows for reimbursement of costs associated with remote confidential communications with the defendant.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new subsection (d-1) that outlines the reimbursement process for expenses incurred with and without prior court approval, aligning it with the procedures established for capital cases. The changes will only apply to expenses incurred on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.