MS SB2282

Amends Mississippi Code Section 25-3-92 to clarify administrative leave policy for state employees during extreme weather, man-made disasters, technological failures, or natural emergencies.

Employees on previously approved leave during a declared emergency period are now eligible for administrative leave and shall not be charged for their previously approved leave during that affected period.

The Governor or appointing authority may grant administrative leave with pay to state employees on a local or statewide basis when extreme weather or disasters occur.

Maintains existing provisions allowing administrative leave for employees serving as court witnesses, jurors, or parties litigant, and for certified American Red Cross disaster service volunteers (limited to 20 days per 12-month period).

Effective date: July 1, 2015.