New York bill A05674 proposes a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day, November 11th.

New York bill A05674 amends the labor law to establish a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day, November 11th. Any person who qualifies as a veteran can request and shall be granted a leave of absence from their employer unless the employer determines that the person's absence would impose an undue hardship. The leave must be unpaid excused leave and cannot be charged against any other leave to which the person is entitled. The leave is not applicable to individuals covered by section 63 of the public officers law.

New York bill A05674 proposes a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day, November 11th.

New York bill A05674 amends the labor law to establish a leave of absence for veterans on Veterans Day, November 11th. Any person who qualifies as a veteran can request and shall be granted a leave of absence from their employer unless the employer determines that the person's absence would impose an undue hardship. The leave must be unpaid excused leave and cannot be charged against any other leave to which the person is entitled. The leave is not applicable to individuals covered by section 63 of the public officers law.