Oklahoma § 40-185 - Leave of absence to railroad employees
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 40-185 — Leave of absence to railroad employees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-185. Leave of absence to railroad employees
From and after the effective date of this act, all railroad
companies operating in the State of Oklahoma are hereby required to
grant leave of absence to their employees who desire to run for or
seek public office, or who are required to serve in any government
position, military or civil, or who have been elected or appointed
to public office, or who are required to serve jury duty in the
courts of this state. During such leave of absence such employee
shall retain and accumulate seniority, and at the termination of
such service shall be reinstated with full seniority, and without an
interrupted service record, or without any rights or privileges
denied him. Provided, however, that at the end of the period of his
leave of absence granted hereunder, said employee shall report for
duty within fifteen (15) days thereafter.
Laws 1941, p. 131, § 1.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 40-185
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 40-185 cover?
Section 40-185 ("Leave of absence to railroad employees") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 40-185?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 40-185 apply to my situation?
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