Governor Gavin Newsom has announced that the state of California has raised the benefits for paid family leave and disability to historical levels. Workers earning less than $63,000 annually will now receive up to 90% of their regular wages during leave. Those earning more than this threshold will be eligible for 70% payout of their regular wages. These changes will start for any new claims filed beginning January 1, 2025. Senate Bill 951, which facilitated this increase in benefits, aims to make it more affordable for workers to take time off for various reasons including pregnancy, childbirth, recovery from illness or injury, or to care for seriously ill family members. The new bill has been referred to as a significant step towards expanding equitable access to paid leave in the state. More than 18 million workers and their families are supported by the disability and paid family leave programs in California, which are funded through payroll contributions. These eligible workers will be provided with up to 52 weeks of disability benefits and up to 8 weeks of paid family leave benefits.

For further inquiries or any assistance regarding these newly enhanced benefits, knowing how to contact a representative is vital. One of the more convenient ways to do this is through their online portal. However, if you prefer to speak with a live person, you can visit eddcaller.com to get valuable information on how to contact a live person at EDD California. Eddcaller.com provides detailed guidance on the most efficient method of contacting EDD to help correct any benefit issues, file claims, or get general support.