Bill > H1095

This bill establishes a Substance Abuse Accountability Pilot Program in Hillsborough County from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, targeting felony and first-degree misdemeanor offenders on probation who are required to abstain from alcohol or controlled substances. Up to 150 offenders will be randomly assigned to the program, with participants being fully informed about the program's terms before entering a plea. The sheriff's office will manage participant supervision, implementing strict testing protocols including twice-daily breath alcohol tests and random drug screenings. Participants who miss or fail tests will be immediately arrested and must appear before a judge within 24 hours, with mandatory 24-hour jail time for program violations. The program includes incentives for good behavior, such as reduced testing frequency and potential administrative probation or early termination, and participants must pay associated fees (though indigent participants may have fees reduced). The sheriff will coordinate program implementation, including hiring a program coordinator and potentially contracting with third parties. By June 30, 2028, the Attorney General will evaluate the program's effectiveness, and a comprehensive report will be delivered to state leadership by November 30, 2028, after which the program will be automatically repealed. The bill ensures state funding will be available to cover program expenses, including personnel, equipment, training, and other administrative costs.

Budget and Finance, Justice

Criminal Justice Subcommittee (House), Judiciary Committee (House), Justice Budget Subcommittee (House)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1095