Mississippi HB574 revises the amount of military leave for training authorized for state officers and employees.
Mississippi HB574 amends Section 33-1-21 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to increase the authorized military leave for training for officers and employees of state departments, agencies, or institutions, as well as those in counties, municipalities, or political subdivisions. This leave is granted without loss of time, annual leave, or efficiency rating. The bill ensures that these individuals can be restored to their positions upon return from duty and protected from discharge without cause for one year post-restoration. The act takes effect from July 1, 2026.
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