3. "Sick leave" means an approved absence from work with pay, for use in accordance with

4-07-12-02. 3. "Sick leave" means an approved absence from work with pay, for use in accordance with section 4-07-13-07. 4. "Eligible family member" means the employee's spouse, parent (natural, adoptive, foster, and stepparent), child (natural, adoptive, foster, and stepchild), or any other family or household member who is financially or legally dependent upon the employee or who resides with the employee for the purpose of the employee providing care to the family member. 5. "Serious" or "extraordinary" means severe, extreme, or life threatening. These terms do not include conditions associated with normal pregnancy. History: Effective July 1, 2022; amended effective July 1, 2024. General Authority: NDCC 54-44.3-12 Law Implemented: NDCC 54-06-14.7