§ 30-21-14. Preference in private employment.
(a) A private employer may adopt an employment policy that provides a preference in hiring or promotion, or both, to a veteran.
(b) A policy adopted under this section shall:
(1) Be in writing; and
(2) Be uniformly applied to employment decisions regarding hiring and promotion.
(c) A private employer may require that a veteran submit a Department of Defense DD Form 214 or similar documentation of separation from the U.S. Armed Forces to be eligible for a preference in hiring or promotion pursuant to this section.
(d) As used in this section, “veteran” means an individual who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and received an honorable or general discharge.
History of Section.P.L. 2016, ch. 348, § 1; P.L. 2016, ch. 365, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 30 - Military Affairs and Defense
Chapter 30-21 - Employment of Veterans
Section 30-21-1. - Reinstatement by previous employer required.
Section 30-21-2. - Seniority rights on reemployment by prior employer.
Section 30-21-4. - Waiver of rights.
Section 30-21-5. - Rights of other veterans preserved.
Section 30-21-6. - Hiring of unqualified persons not required.
Section 30-21-7. - Failure to allow proper seniority.
Section 30-21-8. - Preference in public employment — Notice to community service division.
Section 30-21-9. - Custodial service in public buildings.
Section 30-21-10. - Notice of vacancies in custodial service.
Section 30-21-12. - Appointment to police or fire forces.
Section 30-21-13. - Extension of credits, benefits, and privileges.