SB 2217
Comment:
IFRA Position: monitor
Short Description: FAMILY LEAVE INSURANCE PROGRAM
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Cristina Castro and Patrick J. Joyce
Synopsis As Introduced
Creates the Paid Family Leave Insurance Program Act. Requires the Department of Employment Security to establish and administer a Family Leave Insurance Program that provides family leave insurance benefits to eligible employees. Sets forth eligibility requirements for benefits under the Act. Provides that a self-employed individual may elect to be covered under the Act. Contains provisions concerning disqualification from benefits; compensation for family leave; the amount and duration of benefits; employer equivalent plans; an annual report by the Department; hearings; penalties; notice; the coordination of family leave; and rules. Amends the State Finance Act. Creates the State Benefits Fund. Effective immediately, except that provisions concerning the State Benefits Fund take effect June 1, 2024 and provisions concerning the amount and duration of paid family leave take effect June 1, 2025.
Last Action
Date |
Chamber |
Action |
2/10/2023 |
Senate |
Referred to Assignments |