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Family Leave for Education Support Professionals

This act extends Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) eligibility to education support professionals, including paraeducators, administrative staff, custodians, and food service workers. This means more individuals working in public schools and higher education institutions will be able to take protected leave for significant life events, providing greater security and stability. The act also clarifies how to calculate the required hours of service for these professions.
Key points
Extends Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) eligibility to a broad range of education support professionals, including support, technical, and administrative staff.
Simplifies the hours of service requirement for education support professionals, making it easier for them to qualify for leave.
Provides greater stability and financial security for thousands of school and university employees when they need to care for family or their own health.
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Print number: 117_S_2821
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-09-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ESP Family Leave Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2821.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) eligibility to a broad range of education support professionals, including support, technical, and administrative staff.
  • Simplifies the hours of service requirement for education support professionals, making it easier for them to qualify for leave.
  • Provides greater stability and financial security for thousands of school and university employees when they need to care for family or their own health.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Education Family Labor