Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer vacation season, and with summer now upon us, we understand the need for taking personal time off for vacations, family reunions or just to relax. But before you ship off, don’t forget to set your out-of-office auto reply.

The following are recently revised or new directives: Division of Family and Children Services

Because employees work different schedules throughout DHS, this advisory offers guidance to managers with administering time off for voting. The State of Georgia encourages employees to exercise their right to vote in all federal, state, and local elections and has developed guidelines to allow employees to request time off for doing so. Employees who meet certain guidelines may be granted time off in addition to paid leave to vote, according to DHS Policy and State Personnel Board Rule.