This bill amends Section 45-22-234 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which pertains to benefits for individuals who retire from the Cullman County Sheriff's Department. The amendment expands the retirement benefits for law enforcement officers who have served for a specified period and retire in good standing. Previously, retiring officers were entitled to receive a retired badge, a retired commission card, and a pistol provided by the department. The new language changes the provision to include "any weapons" furnished by the department instead of just "a pistol." This means that retiring officers may now receive any department-issued weapons, not just pistols.

Additionally, the bill has a retroactive effect dating back to January 1, 1999, and the previous requirement for the bill to be passed and approved by the Governor or otherwise become law has been deleted. The act is set to become effective on October 1, 2024. The bill has been enrolled and passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with the Senate's passage occurring on May 2, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-22-234
Enrolled: 45-22-234