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OHR 2007-016 - Documenting Employee Time for the Recent National Day of Mourning

Governor Rick Perry instructed all state agencies and institutions to observe a National Day of Mourning on Tuesday, January 2. As you remember, this day was set aside to honor former President Gerald R. Ford.

The UT System has advised that January 2 should be documented in the same manner as a federal holiday that did not require a skeleton crew. This means that:

- Employees who are eligible for holiday pay will be paid for January 2 at the same rate as for a holiday.
- Employee time off on that day should be indicated as “Other” on time sheets.
- Any employee who worked on January 2 will earn an hour of equivalent time for each hour worked.
- Any employee already scheduled for vacation or sick leave on January 2 should have that day changed to “Other.” His or her leave balances should not be charged.

Please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Debbie Cash (567-2590) or me if you have any questions regarding this issue.