Escambia County, sheriff authorized to establish procedures for use of credit or debit card

This bill authorizes the Escambia County Sheriff to establish procedures for using credit or debit cards to make purchases for the Sheriff's Office. It directly affects the Escambia County Sheriff and their office by granting this new purchasing method. Key provisions require the sheriff to adopt written policies, including monetary limits for purchases, procedures for card access, accurate record-keeping, and timely bill payments. Any rewards or rebates earned from card use must be deposited into the Sheriff's Office discretionary account. The bill clarifies that it does not authorize spending beyond appropriated funds or creating debt for the county commission.