Certification for Military Qualifying Exigency Under the Family and Medical Leave Act is a legal document that was released by the Delaware Department of Human Resources - a government authority operating within Delaware.
Q: What is the Certification for Military Family Leave for Qualifying Exigency?
A: It is a form used to request leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) for qualifying exigencies related to a military deployment or related activities.
Q: Who is eligible for Certification for Military Family Leave?
A: Employees who have a family member in the military and need to take leave for qualifying exigencies.
Q: What is a qualifying exigency?
A: It is a specific circumstance arising out of the military service of a family member, such as attending military events or making childcare arrangements.
Q: How long can an employee take leave under Certification for Military Family Leave?
A: Up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave in a 12-month period.
Q: Is the leave under Certification for Military Family Leave paid?
A: No, it is unpaid leave.
Q: Do employers have to grant Certification for Military Family Leave?
A: Yes, if the employee is eligible and meets the requirements.
Q: What documentation is needed for Certification for Military Family Leave?
A: The employee may be required to provide a copy of the military member's active duty orders or other documentation to support the request.
Q: Is Certification for Military Family Leave available to all employees?
A: No, it is only available to employees who work for covered employers and meet the eligibility requirements under the FMLA.
Q: What is the FMLA?
A: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that allows eligible employees to take unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons.
Q: Who is a covered employer under the FMLA?
A: Covered employers include private employers with 50 or more employees and all public agencies, including state, local, and federal employers.
Form Details:
Download a fillable version of the form by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Delaware Department of Human Resources.