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Extra parental leave for premature and hospitalized newborns

The act introduces a new supplementary maternity leave for parents of children born prematurely or requiring extended hospitalization. Parents will receive additional weeks of leave for each week their child spends in hospital. The changes also include protection against dismissal and benefit equalization for uniformed services.
Key points
New supplementary maternity leave: up to 15 extra weeks for parents of babies born before 28 weeks or weighing under 1000g
For babies born between 28-37 weeks: up to 8 extra weeks of leave for hospitalization time
For full-term babies hospitalized after day 5: extra leave for each week in hospital up to 8 weeks
Extended dismissal protection: no termination allowed from the day of applying for the new leave
Pay equalization for police, firefighters, soldiers and other services: 100% salary during the new leave
Extension of parental benefit for parents of children requiring hospitalization
Employer exemption from Labor Fund contributions for 36 months after parent's return from leave
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2024-11-27
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Additional Information
Rządowy projekt ustawy o zmianie ustawy - Kodeks pracy oraz niektórych innych ustaw.
Print number: PROJEKT USTAWY 762
Process start date: 2024-10-31
Voting date: 2024-11-27
Voting no: 153
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Extra parental leave for premature and hospitalized newborns

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is PROJEKT USTAWY 762.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-10-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New supplementary maternity leave: up to 15 extra weeks for parents of babies born before 28 weeks or weighing under 1000g
  • For babies born between 28-37 weeks: up to 8 extra weeks of leave for hospitalization time
  • For full-term babies hospitalized after day 5: extra leave for each week in hospital up to 8 weeks
  • Extended dismissal protection: no termination allowed from the day of applying for the new leave
  • Pay equalization for police, firefighters, soldiers and other services: 100% salary during the new leave
  • Extension of parental benefit for parents of children requiring hospitalization
  • Employer exemption from Labor Fund contributions for 36 months after parent's return from leave

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Uchwalono

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-07-17.

Analysis and Potential Impact of PROJEKT USTAWY 762

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