Can sick leave be used for a family member’s death?

Yes, employees may use up to three (3) days of sick leave for the death of certain relatives when bereavement leave is not available. These relatives include:

  • Siblings
  • Grandparents
  • Grandchildren
  • Parents-in-law
  • Foster parents
  • Stepparents
  • Stepchildren
  • Foster brothers and sisters
  • Brothers-in-law
  • Sisters-in-law
  • Sons-in-law
  • Daughters-in-law

This provision applies only to relatives who do not qualify for Bereavement Leave under the policy.

For more information, visit the State of Tennessee Attendance and Leave Manual.

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