The bill amends the Uniform Attendance and Leave Policy Act by updating the definition of a "critical-need employee." Specifically, it expands the list of state agencies whose employees are classified as critical-need to include the Department of the Military, in addition to existing agencies such as the Department of Corrections, Department of Health, and others.

The amendment also removes the Department of Agriculture from the list of critical-need agencies, indicating a shift in the classification of essential personnel required to be available around the clock. This change aims to ensure that the definition accurately reflects the current needs of state agencies that require continuous staffing.

Statutes affected:
HB 1514: 21-4-203(7)
Act 253: 21-4-203(7)