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More Leave for Spouses: Ending Limits at the Same Employer.

This bill removes restrictions on family and medical leave for married individuals employed by the same employer. This means spouses will no longer have to share a combined leave limit, giving them more flexibility to use their entitled days off for family care or personal illness.
Key points
Married individuals working for the same employer can now take full family and medical leave, without a shared limit.
This increases leave accessibility for couples, making it easier to manage family and health responsibilities.
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Print number: 118_HR_5037
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAIR Leave Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5037.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Married individuals working for the same employer can now take full family and medical leave, without a shared limit.
  • This increases leave accessibility for couples, making it easier to manage family and health responsibilities.
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 Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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