Bill > HB2988

This bill modifies provisions related to leaves of absence for military service for public employees in Missouri. It expands the protections for officers and employees of the state, its agencies, and political subdivisions who are members of the National Guard or military reserves and are called to active duty for extended or indefinite periods, ensuring they do not lose their position, seniority, accumulated leave, pay status, or other benefits. Additionally, the bill extends these protections, excluding monetary compensation, to volunteer firefighters. For military service under competent orders, the bill increases the maximum paid leave from one hundred twenty hours to thirty-eight working days per federal fiscal year, clarifying that employees will only be charged for hours they would have otherwise worked. It also reinforces protections against discrimination or dissuasion from military service due to employment.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2988&year=2026&code=R