An Act to provide paid family and medical leave to all educators
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would establish a paid family and medical leave program for all educators in Massachusetts. It would allow educators to take time off work to care for themselves, a family member, or for certain medical needs without losing their jobs or income. The program would be funded through employee and employer contributions, similar to the existing state paid leave program.
Key provisions
- Provides paid leave to all Massachusetts educators.
- Allows leave for family care, medical needs, and personal illness.
- Establishes a system of employee and employer contributions to fund the program.
- The program would operate similarly to the existing Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Law.
- Leave would be provided before and after the birth or adoption of a child.
- Leave can be used for the care of a seriously ill family member.
- Leave can be used for the educator’s own serious health condition.
Who is affected
- Educators
- Massachusetts residents
- Employers in Massachusetts
- State government
- School districts
Notable changes
- Extends paid family and medical leave benefits to all educators in the state.
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Sponsors
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17 on record
Primary sponsor
Patricia D. Jehlen
Cosponsors
Jacob R. Oliveira
James B. Eldridge
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