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Equalizing Leave Benefits for Public Health Service Officers.

This act grants commissioned officers of the Public Health Service (PHS) the same comprehensive leave rights enjoyed by officers in the Armed Forces. This change ensures that PHS personnel, who are crucial for public health and disaster response, receive better and more flexible leave benefits. The goal is to improve working conditions and retention for essential medical staff.
Key points
Leave Parity: Public Health Service officers are granted the same leave rules and privileges as commissioned officers of the U.S. Army.
Increased Carryover: The maximum amount of accrued leave that can be carried over to the next year is increased from 60 days to 120 days for PHS officers.
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Print number: 118_S_5348
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-11-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Uniformed Services Leave Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5348.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Leave Parity: Public Health Service officers are granted the same leave rules and privileges as commissioned officers of the U.S. Army.
  • Increased Carryover: The maximum amount of accrued leave that can be carried over to the next year is increased from 60 days to 120 days for PHS officers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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