10/03/2024

Granting Employees Time off to Vote

While it's not a requirement, voting is a right

HR Question: With election day right around the corner (Nov. 5), am I (as an employer) required to give my employees time off to vote?

HR Answer: Voting is a basic right in the United States, but do employers have to provide time off to allow employees to exercise that right? As with many answers in human resources, “It depends.”

In the United States, laws regarding time off to vote vary widely from state to state, with some states offering employee protections and others leaving it up to the employers. Particularly in a presidential election year, which typically draws more people to the polls, now is the time to ensure you know what is and is not required of you before election day arrives.

Please select this link to read the complete article from OSAP Member Clark Schaefer Strategic HR.