S 2738
ESP, Paraprofessional, and Education Support Staff Family Leave Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 8:46 AM
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to specifically include paraprofessionals and education support staff (ESPs) – such as classroom aides, custodians, and food service workers – as eligible for job-protected, unpaid leave for qualifying family and medical reasons. It adjusts the hours worked requirement for FMLA eligibility to account for the varying workloads of these employees, and clarifies how leave time is calculated for this expanded group. The bill aims to provide greater job security and support for these vital members of the education system.
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