SB251 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Clyde ChamblissSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Autauga Co., sheriff, use of debit or credit card provided for
Summary: SB251 allows Autauga County's sheriff to set up and use a county-issued credit or debit card for limited purchases under written rules.
What This Bill Does
It authorizes the sheriff to establish procedures for making certain purchases with a credit or debit card issued to the Autauga County Sheriff's Office. The policy must set limits on per-purchase amounts and monthly totals, ensure the sheriff has sole access to card numbers, require accurate recordkeeping and monthly bill reviews, and mandate timely full payment of bills. It also requires careful selection of the card provider based on fees, rewards, interest and penalties, with any rewards going to the Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund. The act becomes effective immediately after governor approval.

Who It Affects
Autauga County Sheriff’s Office personnel who would use the credit or debit card under the established procedures
Autauga County’s Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund, which may receive any rewards or rebates from card use

Key Provisions
Defines credit card as a line of credit and debit card as a card tied to the sheriff's office checking or savings account
Allows the sheriff to promulgate written policy governing card use, including: (a) a per-purchase monetary limit; (b) a monthly purchase limit; (c) sole sheriff access to card numbers and access codes; (d) accurate recordkeeping of purchases; (e) monthly review of bills for unauthorized charges; (f) timely full payment to avoid charges; (g) criteria for selecting the card provider (annual fee, rewards, interest/fees, penalties, termination, and other factors)
If rewards or rebates are earned, they must be deposited into the Sheriff’s Discretionary Fund of Autauga County
Effective date: becomes law immediately after governor approval

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Autauga County