Fla. Stat. § 115.12
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115.12 Rights during leave.
Official statutory text
(1) During such leave of absence such official shall be entitled to preserve all seniority rights, efficiency ratings, promotional status and retirement privileges. The period of active military service shall, for purposes of computation to determine whether such person may be entitled to retirement under the laws of the state, be deemed continuous service in the office of said official. While absent on such leave without pay, said official shall not be required to make any contribution to any retirement fund.
(2) The employing authority shall adhere to all the provisions contained in the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, chapter 43 of Title 38 U.S.C.
History: s. 5, ch. 20718, 1941; s. 10, ch. 2003-72.
(2) The employing authority shall adhere to all the provisions contained in the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, chapter 43 of Title 38 U.S.C.
History: s. 5, ch. 20718, 1941; s. 10, ch. 2003-72.
Status: in_force · Read it on the official government site
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