MA - Paid Family Leave with Job Protection (2007)

Bill would allow workers in Massachusetts to take up to twelve weeks of paid leave to care for a seriously ill spouse, child or parent or for the birth or adoption of a new child. Workers would be paid 80% of their wages or salary, but not more than $750 per week. Workers who have been employed for at least 12 months and have worked at least 1250 hours with that employer in the past 12 months would also be granted job protection if they take paid leave.

State Massachusetts

Bill Number S.B. 114

Date of Introduction 1/10/2007

Latest Activity Bill did not pass in the Legislative session.

More Info http://www.mass.gov/legis/

Topic: Workplace Accommodation and Family Leave Policies