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This bill, known as the Veterans Day Paid Leave Act, requires employers in Georgia to provide one day of paid leave on Veterans Day (November 11) to full-time employees who are veterans, starting July 1, 2025. The bill defines a veteran as someone who served on active duty in the U.S. armed forces or a state's National Guard and was discharged under honorable conditions. Employers can be exempt from providing this leave if it would cause significant economic operational disruption, but they must provide at least 15 days' notice to the employee and make a good faith effort to offer an alternative paid leave day. To incentivize compliance, the bill offers employers a tax credit of $300 per veteran employee or the actual amount of wages paid for the Veterans Day leave, whichever is less. The tax credit cannot exceed the employer's annual income tax liability, and any unused credit can be applied to future tax years. The legislation aims to recognize and support veterans by providing them with a dedicated paid day off to commemorate their service, while also offering employers a financial offset for providing this benefit.

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https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69302