Florida § 250.48 - Leaves of absence.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 250.48 — Leaves of absence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 250.48. Leaves of absence.
Any officer or employee of the state, of any county or school district of the state, or of any municipality or political subdivision of the state who is a member of the Florida National Guard is entitled to leave of absence from his or her respective duties, without loss of pay, time, or efficiency rating, on all days during which the officer or employee is engaged in active state duty for a named event, declared disaster, or operation pursuant to s. 250.28 or s. 252.36. However, a leave of absence without loss of pay granted under this section may not exceed 30 days for each emergency or disaster, as established by executive order.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 250.48
What does Florida Statutes § 250.48 cover?
Section 250.48 ("Leaves of absence.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 250.48?
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