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Job Protection Act: FMLA Eligibility Expanded to 90 Days and Small Businesses.

This bill significantly expands access to job-protected leave (such as parental or medical leave) for millions of American workers. It reduces the minimum employment requirement from one year to just 90 days. Crucially, the requirement to provide this leave now applies to virtually all employers, including small businesses with only one employee, instead of only those with 50 or more.
Key points
Job-protected leave (FMLA) becomes available after only 90 days of employment, down from the previous requirement of 12 months and 1,250 hours.
Employer coverage is expanded to include all businesses with 1 or more employees, ensuring protection for workers in small companies.
These changes apply to private sector, federal, presidential, and congressional employees.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_210
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Job Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_210.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Job-protected leave (FMLA) becomes available after only 90 days of employment, down from the previous requirement of 12 months and 1,250 hours.
  • Employer coverage is expanded to include all businesses with 1 or more employees, ensuring protection for workers in small companies.
  • These changes apply to private sector, federal, presidential, and congressional employees.
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. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

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 2025-12-26.

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