The bill pertains specifically to St. Clair County and establishes new qualifications for individuals seeking election or appointment to the office of sheriff. Under the new law, candidates must be U.S. citizens, residents of the county for at least one year, possess a high school diploma or GED, be at least 30 years old, have a minimum of five years of experience as a full-time law enforcement officer certified by the Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission, and must not have any felony convictions.

Additionally, the bill mandates that once elected or appointed, the sheriff must complete a minimum of 12 hours of executive-level continuing education each year, which must be approved by either the Alabama Sheriffs Association or the National Sheriffs' Association. Proof of this attendance is required to be submitted to the county's judge of probate by December 31 each year. The act will take effect on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor.