SB 1241
An Act providing for mandatory Statewide paid parental leave for eligible employees; establishing the Paid Parental Leave Account and the Small Business Grant Program; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; making an appropriation; and imposing penalties.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
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Bill overview
This bill establishes mandatory statewide paid parental leave for eligible Pennsylvania employees. It creates the Paid Parental Leave Account and the Small Business Grant Program to help employers comply with the new requirements. The Department of Labor and Industry will have duties related to administering the program, including investigating complaints and imposing penalties. The bill also includes provisions for notice requirements and establishes a process for civil actions related to violations of the act.
Key provisions
- Provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees.
- Establishes the Paid Parental Leave Account to fund the program.
- Creates the Small Business Grant Program to assist employers with compliance.
- Defines ‘eligible employee’ based on employment length and hours worked.
- Authorizes the Department of Labor and Industry to administer and enforce the act.
- Allows for administrative penalties of up to $5,000 per violation.
- Provides a process for employees to file complaints and for the department to take civil action.
- Establishes guidelines for the Small Business Grant Program.
Who is affected
- Employees in Pennsylvania
- Employers in Pennsylvania
- The Department of Labor and Industry
- Small businesses in Pennsylvania
- Parents of newborns or adopted children
Notable changes
- Creates a statewide system for paid parental leave, expanding upon existing family leave laws.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christine Tartaglione
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