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This bill amends Georgia state law to increase the number of accumulated sick leave days that teachers and other school personnel may take for personal or professional reasons from three to five days per school year. Under the revised law, educators can use these days after receiving prior approval from their local school superintendent or an authorized representative, with an important protection that the approval cannot be conditioned on or denied based on the specific reason for the absence. The bill maintains existing language that allows personnel to be asked whether their absence is for personal or professional reasons, but they are not required to disclose detailed specifics. By expanding the available leave days from three to five, the bill provides educators with additional flexibility in managing their work and personal commitments while maintaining the existing safeguards that protect their privacy and discretion in requesting time off.

Education

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70732