[Steven W.]

wow - that's the first time I've looked at that though I understood the basic concept.

If reservists are under a call or given an order to active day for more than 270 days, they cannot run for office, unless the secretary of their military branch grants them permission. Reservists must obtain permission before their active duty begins. If permission is not granted, then the reservist must withdraw his candidacy immediately. If reservists are under a call or given an order to active day for 270 days or less, they may continue running for office, as long as their candidacy does not interfere with their military duties.

That seems to apply in some of these cases - it involves RUNNING for office ... these would be people who have resigned but finishing out the year.

[stylin19a]

interesting read here

https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R40634.pdf