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Expanded Family Leave for Military and Veterans

This act broadens family and medical leave rights for military families and veterans. It includes a wider range of family members and domestic partners, and allows leave for veterans' serious health conditions. This means more people can care for their loved ones serving in the military or returning from service.
Key points
Expanded Family Definition: The act now includes domestic partners, in-laws, grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces, as well as other individuals with close family-like bonds, allowing care for a broader range of military loved ones.
Veteran Leave: Veterans with serious service-related injuries or illnesses can now take up to 26 weeks of leave to address their health needs.
Military Family Leave: Family members of service members can take up to 26 weeks of leave to care for an injured or ill service member.
Standardized Rules: The changes apply to both private and federal employees, ensuring consistent leave access rules.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3296
Sponsor: Rep. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2025-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MIL FMLA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3296.

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 2025-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Family Definition: The act now includes domestic partners, in-laws, grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces, as well as other individuals with close family-like bonds, allowing care for a broader range of military loved ones.
  • Veteran Leave: Veterans with serious service-related injuries or illnesses can now take up to 26 weeks of leave to address their health needs.
  • Military Family Leave: Family members of service members can take up to 26 weeks of leave to care for an injured or ill service member.
  • Standardized Rules: The changes apply to both private and federal employees, ensuring consistent leave access rules.
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. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6].

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 2025-12-22.

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