(a) During a leave of absence, an official shall be entitled to preserve all seniority rights, efficiency rating, promotional status, and retirement privileges.
(b) The period of active military service shall, for purposes of computations to determine whether such persons may be entitled to retirement under the laws of the State of Arkansas, be deemed continuous service in the office of the official or employee.
(c) While absent on leave, the official or employee shall not be required to make contribution to any retirement fund.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 21 - Public Officers and Employees
Chapter 4 - Attendance and Leave
Subchapter 3 - Military Leave of Absence
§ 21-4-302. Officers — Leave of absence granted to perform active military service
§ 21-4-303. Officers — Deputy appointed by officer
§ 21-4-304. Officers — Deputy appointed by Governor
§ 21-4-306. Circuit court judges
§ 21-4-307. Officers — Expiration of term while on leave
§ 21-4-308. Employees — Leave of absence granted at discretion of employer
§ 21-4-309. Employees — Reemployment rights
§ 21-4-310. Employment and retirement rights
§ 21-4-311. Vacancy in office or position
§ 21-4-312. Compensation of absentee and deputy or substitute