Massachusetts § 46H - Vacation, sick-leave, personal leave and benefits

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 46H — Vacation, sick-leave, personal leave and benefits, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 46H. Vacation, sick-leave, personal leave and benefits

Section 46H. Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, incumbents of positions allocated to the management salary schedule, shall be eligible for vacation, sick-leave, personal leave and other benefits, in accordance with rules and regulations established by the personnel administrator, with the approval of the commissioner of administration; provided, that no person who is the incumbent of a position allocated to the management salary schedule shall at any time receive such vacation or sick-leave in excess of the maximum then available to other managers; provided however, that nothing contained in this section shall limit the rights granted employees under the provisions of the second paragraph of section twenty-eight of chapter seven.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 46H

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 46H cover?

Section 46H ("Vacation, sick-leave, personal leave and benefits") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 46H?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 46H" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.

How does Massachusetts § 46H apply to my situation?

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