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Increased Tax Credit for Employer-Provided Paid Family and Medical Leave.

This bill increases the tax credit for employers who offer paid family and medical leave to their employees. This means businesses will have a stronger incentive to provide paid time off for family care or medical needs, potentially increasing the availability of such benefits for citizens. The changes will take effect from 2026 and will be permanent.
Key points
Businesses will receive higher tax credits for offering paid family and medical leave.
These tax credits will become permanent, providing long-term support for employers.
The changes may lead to more companies offering paid leave, benefiting employees needing time for care or medical treatment.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1424
Sponsor: Rep. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7]
Process start date: 2025-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the employer tax credit for paid family and medical leave.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1424.

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 2025-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Businesses will receive higher tax credits for offering paid family and medical leave.
  • These tax credits will become permanent, providing long-term support for employers.
  • The changes may lead to more companies offering paid leave, benefiting employees needing time for care or medical treatment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Mackenzie, Ryan [R-PA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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