Paid Leave for Pregnancy Loss and Fertility Procedures
This act grants employees 24 hours of paid leave annually for events such as pregnancy loss, unsuccessful fertility treatments, failed adoptions, or diagnoses affecting fertility. It aims to support citizens during difficult times, allowing them to address their health needs without loss of pay. Additionally, the act mandates public education campaigns and research on pregnancy loss.
Key points
Employees are entitled to 24 hours of paid leave per year for pregnancy loss, unsuccessful fertility procedures, failed adoptions, or surrogacy arrangements.
Leave can be used for the employee's own health needs or to care for a spouse/domestic partner experiencing such circumstances.
Employers must inform employees about these rights and are prohibited from discriminating against those who use the leave.
The act authorizes funding for public education and research on pregnancy loss.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2390
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-07-20