The bill amends Sections 16-47-11 and 36-21-49 of the Code of Alabama 1975, enhancing the authority of police officers within The University of Alabama System and establishing clearer guidelines for cooperation between law enforcement agencies. Key insertions include the clarification that peace officers' authority extends to property owned, leased, or licensed by the institution of higher education, and they may enforce the law under specific circumstances, such as in pursuit of a suspected offender or when making arrests for crimes committed in their presence. Additionally, the bill allows for agreements with other law enforcement agencies to facilitate cooperation.

The bill also makes several technical revisions to update the language of the existing code, including changing terms like "police" to "peace" officers and ensuring that the provisions are cumulative and do not limit the powers already granted to these officers. The effective date for the act is set for June 1, 2024.