§ 38-3-90. Short Title
This article shall be known and may be cited as the “Disaster Volunteer Leave Act.” History. Code 1981, § 38-3-90 , enacted by Ga. L. 1998, p. 883, § 1.
§ 38-3-91. Definitions
As used in this article, the term: “Disaster” means a presidentially declared disaster or a state of emergency disaster declared by the Governor of a state. “State agency” means any department, officer, commission, board, or institution of this state, including the several courts of this state and the General Assembly and its committees or commissions. […]
§ 38-3-92. Legislative Finding
It is the finding of the General Assembly that natural disasters and disasters created by human agency often arise suddenly and that cooperation among government agencies and volunteer service agencies is vital in coping with such emergencies. The General Assembly further finds that dedicated service by trained and experienced volunteers can help prevent loss and […]
§ 38-3-93. Authorization for Certain Employees of State Agencies to Be Granted Leave From Work With Pay in Order to Participate in Specialized Disaster Relief Services
An employee of a state agency who is a certified disaster service volunteer of the American Red Cross may be granted leave from his or her work with pay for no more than 15 workdays in any 12 month period to participate in specialized disaster relief services for the American Red Cross, upon the request […]