The bill authorizes the Sheriff of Cullman County to establish procedures for using credit and debit cards for making purchases of tangible personal property or services, provided that proper protocols are followed. The sheriff is required to adopt written policies that include monetary limits on individual and total monthly purchases, ensure sole access to card information, maintain accurate records, and review bills for unauthorized charges. Additionally, the sheriff must select card providers based on various criteria, including fees and rewards, and any rewards earned must be deposited into the discretionary account of the Sheriff's Office.

This legislation does not permit the Sheriff to exceed funds that are legally appropriated or to incur debt for the Cullman County Commission. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2024. The new legal language inserted into the bill includes provisions for the establishment of credit and debit card usage procedures, while no specific deletions from current law are noted in the text provided.