Accumulated sick leave may be used for purposes of maternity leave so long as: (1) the employee works up until the time she is disabled as a result of pregnancy, and (2) returns to work as soon as she ceases to be disabled for this reason. A doctor's verification of disability may be required by the appointing authority.

Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §36-26-9.

History: Filed September 29, 1981.