4.20 Voting Leave

Last Revised: 28 October 2024

Refer Questions to: Human Resources

Executive Sponsor: Chief Operating Officer

Responsible Unit: Human Resources

Effective: October 28, 2024

Statement

Gallaudet University supports the right of employees to participate in civic duties, including voting in federal, state, and local elections. To facilitate this, the University provides paid voting leave to eligible employees.

Scope

This policy applies to regular and extended temporary employees in all offices and divisions of Gallaudet University, including Clerc Center, unless otherwise governed by collective bargaining agreements made between Gallaudet University and certified bargaining agents.

Policy

The University will permit up to two hours of paid leave for an employee to exercise the right to vote. Time away from work for voting may be used during early voting days and Election Day.

Procedure

The employee must notify their supervisor in advance if they need to take voting leave during scheduled work hours and obtain prior approval. Supervisors should work with employees to accommodate requests and arrange schedules to maintain operational coverage.

APPROVED BY
Gallaudet Administration
October 28, 2024