This bill pertains to Cullman County and grants the sheriff the authority to establish procedures for using credit or debit cards for making approved purchases of tangible personal property or services. The bill defines "credit card" as a line of credit issued by a domestic lender or credit card bank, and "debit card" as a card issued by a bank in relation to a checking or savings account that can be used at the discretion of the Cullman County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff is required to adopt written policies and procedures for the use of these cards, including setting monetary limits on individual and total monthly purchases, ensuring secure access to card information, maintaining accurate records of purchases, reviewing monthly statements for unauthorized charges, and paying bills on time to avoid additional fees.

The bill also outlines criteria for selecting a credit or debit card provider, considering factors such as annual fees, rewards or rebates, interest rates, and potential penalties for terminating the card. Any rewards or rebates earned from the use of the cards must be deposited into the discretionary account of the Cullman County Sheriff's Office. The bill emphasizes that this provision is meant to facilitate efficient payment methods for authorized purchases and does not authorize the sheriff to exceed appropriated funds or establish debt on behalf of the Cullman County Commission. The act is set to become effective on June 1, 2024, and the Senate passed the bill on May 2, 2024.