The bill amends the qualifications for individuals seeking to be elected or appointed as Sheriff of Barbour County, effective June 1, 2025. It establishes several minimum requirements, including U.S. citizenship, residency in Barbour County for at least one year, voter registration in the county for at least one year, a minimum age of 25, and at least five years of full-time law enforcement experience certified by the Alabama Peace Officers' Standards and Training Commission. Additionally, candidates must not have felony convictions and must be currently certified and in good standing with the commission. The bill also stipulates that individuals who have been retired or separated from active law enforcement for more than five years must obtain recertification.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that starting June 1, 2025, any individual serving as Sheriff must complete a minimum of 12 hours of executive-level continuing education training approved by recognized law enforcement associations. This training is intended to ensure that sheriffs remain updated on best practices and standards in law enforcement. The act will take effect on the specified date, reinforcing the importance of qualifications and ongoing education for law enforcement leadership in Barbour County.