Provides that public officers and employees of the state who are members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay to participate in emergency services during certain air force assigned missions.
Impact
Should A10351 be enacted, it would enhance the support system for state employees who volunteer for crucial roles in emergency services. The legislation specifies that such leave would be compensated at the employees' regular pay rate and would not result in the loss of seniority or other employment benefits. The ability to access paid leave for those serving in auxiliary roles during emergency missions highlights the state's recognition of the valuable contributions made by these volunteers.
Summary
Bill A10351 proposes amendments to the civil service law that will allow public officers and state employees who are part of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots to receive paid leave. This leave is designated for participation in emergency services during a declared state of emergency or when assigned to an Air Force mission. The provision is intended to support the mobilization of these volunteers for urgent operational needs without penalizing their employment status.
Contention
One potential point of contention regarding A10351 could arise from the balance between operational readiness in crisis situations and the impact on state staffing. Critics may argue about the logistics and financial implications of granting paid leave for extended periods, especially if multiple employees take advantage of this provision simultaneously. Additionally, discussions may focus on the criteria for approval and oversight to prevent misuse of the leave policy.
Same As
Provides that public officers and employees of the state who are members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay to participate in emergency services during certain air force assigned missions.
Provides that public officers and employees of the state who are members of the United States Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol or the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Pilots shall be granted leave from work with pay to participate in emergency services during certain air force assigned missions.
To Modernize References To The United States Armed Forces; And To Amend Armed Forces And Uniformed Services Listings To Include The United States Space Force.
Relates to certificates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States; provides that such certificates shall be forwarded to the appropriate local veterans' service agency within 60 days of receipt.
Relates to certificates of honorable separation from or service in the armed forces of the United States; provides that such certificates shall be forwarded to the appropriate local veterans' service agency within 60 days of receipt.
Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.
Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.