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Paid Leave for Pregnancy Loss and Failed Family-Building Procedures.

This Act mandates employers to provide 56 hours of paid leave annually for employees dealing with the aftermath of pregnancy loss, unsuccessful fertility treatments, or failed adoption/surrogacy arrangements. The goal is to support the physical and mental health needs of affected individuals and their partners. Furthermore, the legislation allocates funds for federal research and public education regarding pregnancy loss.
Key points
Employees gain 56 hours (7 days) of protected paid leave specifically for coping with pregnancy loss or failed family-building attempts.
Employers with 5 or more employees must grant this leave, and employees cannot be penalized or discriminated against for using it.
The law mandates increased federal research funding and public awareness campaigns concerning pregnancy loss and treatment options.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3137
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Support Through Loss Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3137.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employees gain 56 hours (7 days) of protected paid leave specifically for coping with pregnancy loss or failed family-building attempts.
  • Employers with 5 or more employees must grant this leave, and employees cannot be penalized or discriminated against for using it.
  • The law mandates increased federal research funding and public awareness campaigns concerning pregnancy loss and treatment options.
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 2025-12-26.

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Labor Family Health