HB 5080
Related to 12 weeks of paid leave
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill establishes a Family and Medical Leave Insurance Benefits Act in West Virginia, creating a state-sponsored program providing up to 12 weeks of paid leave for eligible employees and self-employed individuals. The program will be administered by the Insurance Commissioner and funded through payroll contributions. It defines eligibility requirements, outlines benefit amounts, and protects employees from retaliation for exercising their rights under the law.
Key provisions
- Establishes a 12-week paid family and medical leave insurance program.
- Defines terms related to the program, including ‘covered individual,’ ‘serious health condition,’ and ‘qualifying exigency.’
- Requires employers to provide notice to employees regarding the program.
- Creates a Family and Medical Leave Insurance Account Fund to finance the program.
- Specifies contributions from employers and employees to fund the program.
- Protects employees from adverse actions for taking leave under the program.
- Allows self-employed individuals to elect coverage with specific requirements.
- Requires the Insurance Commissioner to implement a public education program.
Who is affected
- Employees in West Virginia
- Self-employed individuals in West Virginia
- Employers in West Virginia
- Families of covered individuals
- Healthcare providers
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