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Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act

Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) is a U.S. federal law designed to protect the employment rights of individuals who serve or have served in the uniformed services, including the military. It ensures that these individuals can return to their civilian jobs after completing their military service without facing discrimination.

Example
A soldier on active duty is guaranteed the right to reemployment in his civilian job upon returning from deployment, ensuring he doesn't suffer career setbacks due to military service.

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