This bill authorizes the Board of Commissioners of Chilton County 911 to establish procedures for the Director of Chilton County 911 to make purchases using credit or debit cards issued to the agency. The new legal language includes provisions for setting monetary limits on individual and total monthly purchases, ensuring that only the Director or a designated assistant has access to the cards and their information, maintaining accurate records of all transactions, and reviewing bills for unauthorized charges. Additionally, it mandates that all bills be paid in full and on time to avoid extra fees.

The bill also outlines the criteria for selecting credit card or debit card providers, including considerations for annual fees, rewards or rebates, interest rates, and potential penalties for terminating the card. Any rewards or rebates earned from the use of these cards must be deposited into the discretionary account of Chilton County 911. Importantly, the bill clarifies that it does not authorize Chilton County 911 to exceed its legally appropriated funds or incur debt for the county or the Chilton County Commission. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.