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Expanded Leave for Military Families and Veterans

This new act broadens family and medical leave rights for military families and veterans. It includes a wider definition of family and allows for care of injured veterans, making it easier to support loved ones and facilitate recovery.
Key points
Expands the definition of family eligible for leave to include domestic partners, in-laws, grandparents, siblings, nieces, nephews, uncles, and aunts.
Allows veterans to take 26 weeks of leave for a serious injury or illness preventing them from working, if the injury was incurred in service.
Provides 26 weeks of leave for family members to care for an injured servicemember or veteran, including serious health conditions incurred or aggravated by service.
Introduces leave for families of servicemembers on state active duty, including during national emergencies or major disasters.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1710
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-05-12
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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_S_1710.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expands the definition of family eligible for leave to include domestic partners, in-laws, grandparents, siblings, nieces, nephews, uncles, and aunts.
  • Allows veterans to take 26 weeks of leave for a serious injury or illness preventing them from working, if the injury was incurred in service.
  • Provides 26 weeks of leave for family members to care for an injured servicemember or veteran, including serious health conditions incurred or aggravated by service.
  • Introduces leave for families of servicemembers on state active duty, including during national emergencies or major disasters.
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 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 2025-12-23.

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