(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.
Structure Florida Statutes
Title X - Public Officers, Employees, and Records
Chapter 115 - Leaves of Absence to Officials and Employees
115.01 - Leave of Absence for Military Service.
115.02 - Governor to Grant Application; Proviso.
115.03 - Appointment of Deputy; Bond.
115.04 - Applicability of Ss. 115.01-115.06 to Certain Officers.
115.06 - Reassumption of Duties.
115.07 - Officers and Employees’ Leaves of Absence for Reserve or Guard Training.
115.09 - Leave to Public Officials for Military Service.
115.11 - Leave Not to Extend Beyond Term of Office; Temporarily Unoccupied Position.