Thanks for employing a member of the Michigan National Guard or military reserves!

Reservist's Reemployment Rights

Military reservists, including Michigan National Guard members, have reemployment rights guaranteed by both federal and state laws.

In a nutshell, reservists need to notify the employer of military duty requirements. The employer must grant the necessary time off. Upon completion of the military duty, the returning reservist is entitled to return to the job, or a similar job, with no loss in seniority or other accrued benefits. Employers and reservists should review the applicable laws to ensure compliance.

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)

ESGR is a Department of Defense sponsored all-volunteer committee of business, community and military leaders dedicated to assisting our nation in fielding strong, prepared, and valued National Guard and Reserve forces. ESGR committees work with employers, reservists, and military leadership to build and maintain a strong base of support for the role of the National Guard and Reserve.

Small Business Reservist Economic Injury Loan

Small businesses that employ military reservists in key positions may be eligible for U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loans through the Military Reservist Economic Injury Disaster Loan program. The reservist must be an essential employee in a small business and the business must be unable to meet ordinary and necessary operating expenses due to the call-up to active duty of the reservist. More information on this program  is available at the SBA's disaster assistance web site.