8.47 – LOA – Compassionate

In the event of the death of a member of the immediate family, an employee is allowed a leave with pay, not to be charged against sick or annual leave, of up to 3 regular working days in order to attend the funeral or to handle affairs immediately associated with the death.  For purposes of this Rule, “immediate family member” includes spouse, a domestic partner as defined in ARP 8.03 Domestic Partner Eligibility for Benefits, a child, parent or legal guardian, a sister or brother, a grandparent, or a grandchild. Such familial relationships created by law are also included (i.e. mother/father in law; half or step siblings).