Parental Bereavement Act: New FMLA Leave for Death of a Child.
This bill amends the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to grant eligible employees protected leave due to the death of a son or daughter. This change provides job security for grieving parents, allowing them time to cope with their loss. The leave must be taken within 12 months of the child's death and generally cannot be taken intermittently unless agreed upon by both the employee and the employer.
Key points
New Leave Entitlement: Employees covered by FMLA are entitled to take leave because of the death of a son or daughter.
Time Limit: The leave must expire at the end of the 12-month period beginning on the date of the death.
Scheduling Restrictions: The leave cannot be taken intermittently or on a reduced schedule unless the employee and employer agree otherwise.
Notice Requirement: If the need for leave is foreseeable, the employee must provide notice to the employer as is reasonable and practicable.
Certification: Employers may require certification to support the request for leave, as prescribed by the Secretary of Labor.
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