HR 4351
To amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to reduce the qualifying time for a spouse of an active duty member of the Armed Forces to take leave.
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:08 AM
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Bill overview
This bill changes the requirements for taking family and medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Specifically, it lowers the minimum employment period required for a spouse of an active duty member of the Armed Forces to qualify for FMLA leave from 12 months to 90 calendar days. This change aims to provide quicker access to leave for military spouses facing urgent family needs. The bill modifies the FMLA definition of an ‘eligible employee’ in this specific circumstance.
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