The bill amends Sections 31-2A-15 and 31-2A-19 of the Code of Alabama 1975, focusing on military punishment and the ranks of members eligible for certain disciplinary measures. Key changes include the clarification of the term "day" to mean "any" active duty military payday for pay purposes and one calendar day for all other purposes. It expands the authority of commanding officers to impose disciplinary actions, allowing brigade or battalion level commanders to impose a wider range of punishments, including a reduction in pay grades for enlisted members E-4 and below. Additionally, it allows for the imposition of punishments on enlisted members E-9 and below by officers of the officer's command, and introduces the possibility of reducing enlisted members E-5 through E-9 by up to two pay grades.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that the imposition of disciplinary punishment does not prevent subsequent trials by court-martial or civilian courts for serious offenses related to the same act. It also outlines the appeal process for individuals who believe their punishment is unjust, ensuring that the punishment is not implemented during the appeal period. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.