Compensated absences are leaves of absence for which employees earn the right to be paid, but likely will not be paid due to insufficient government funds.

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Compensated absences are typically paid by an employer to an employee for unused vacation time, sick leave, or personal time. The availability of funds should not impact whether the employee receives the compensation for the earned leave.

Compensated Absences Are Leaves of Absence for Which Employees Earn