Rhode Island S2537 grants teachers who take unpaid parental or medical leave credit for a full year of service if they serve at least 135 days.

Rhode Island S2537 amends the state's law to ensure teachers who take an unpaid leave for parental or medical reasons during the school year receive credit for a full year of service. This credit applies if the teacher serves at least 135 days. The bill specifies that the retirement board determines the conditions and timing of payments. This change aims to support teachers facing personal health or family needs while maintaining their service credit.

Rhode Island S2537 grants teachers who take unpaid parental or medical leave credit for a full year of service if they serve at least 135 days.

Rhode Island S2537 amends the state's law to ensure teachers who take an unpaid leave for parental or medical reasons during the school year receive credit for a full year of service. This credit applies if the teacher serves at least 135 days. The bill specifies that the retirement board determines the conditions and timing of payments. This change aims to support teachers facing personal health or family needs while maintaining their service credit.