The House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, chaired by Representative Doreen Gallegos, has narrowly voted to move forward a revamped version of the proposed House Bill 11 supporting paid family and medical leave. The proposal, endorsed by Representative Christine Chandler, will now go to the House floor. This represents a crucial step for the legislation, as a similar version of a paid family and medical leave bill did not pass in 2024.

House Bill 11 is under intense discussion as it suggests paid family and medical leave split into two different components – welcome child and family wellness leave. The welcome child part ensures to one parent a fixed amount of $3 000 per month, along with job security, for up to 12 weeks following the birth or adoption of a child. Lawmakers are planning to fund this portion of the bill through the state Early Childhood Education and Care Department’s existing budget.

House Bill 11 also encompasses family wellness leave . This applies to bereavement leave, medical leave, foster leave, leave due to a family member’s military service, and safe leave , for instances when someone needs to protect themselves or a family member from certain types of violence, including domestic abuse. For up to six weeks, a qualifying worker can avail of family wellness leave , while receiving a portion of their wages. Both employers and employees would contribute to the fund for this aspect of family wellness leave.

While the proposed legislation has garnered support from numerous quarters, it also encountered opposition from business advocates. Despite this, the bill advanced from the committee and will next be presented on the House floor.

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