Indiana Governor Authorizes Additional Paid Leave for State Employees Affected by Storms
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed an executive order providing additional paid leave for state employees who have been impacted by storm and flooding damage.
Indianapolis, IN, August 28, 2026 — Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed an executive order aimed at providing support for state employees facing challenges due to recent storm and flooding damage. The executive order officially authorizes additional paid leave for these individuals.
The directive, signed by Governor Braun, establishes a mechanism for state employees who have been directly impacted by severe weather events, specifically storms and flooding, to receive supplementary paid leave. This measure is intended to offer a degree of relief and flexibility to employees who may need time away from work to address personal circumstances arising from the damage.
Details regarding the specific duration or eligibility criteria for this additional paid leave were not immediately available in the executive order. The order does not specify the exact dates of the storms and flooding that qualify for this provision, nor does it outline the process for state employees to request or receive this leave.
Similarly, the order does not specify the number of state employees who are anticipated to utilize this provision, nor does it detail the potential financial impact on the state’s payroll or human resources administration. The contractor’s name involved in any aspect of the storm damage, if applicable, was not provided.
The executive order aims to acknowledge the disruptions and difficulties that storm and flooding damage can impose on individuals and their families. By granting additional paid leave, the state government seeks to allow employees affected by these natural events the necessary time to manage personal affairs, attend to home repairs, or ensure the safety and well-being of their households without jeopardizing their employment or income.
Further information on the implementation and scope of the additional paid leave will likely be communicated through state human resources channels. The exact timeline for when this leave can be utilized and how it will be administered is expected to be clarified in subsequent guidance.
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