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US HR7101

US HR7101
Elaine M. Checketts Military Families Act of 2020


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Introduced
06/04/2020
In Committee
06/04/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To provide for the continuation of paid parental leave for members of the Armed Services in the event of the death of the child. 1

AI Summary

This bill, the Elaine M. Checketts Military Families Act of 2020, requires the Secretary of Defense to amend regulations to ensure that primary and secondary caregivers in the Armed Services who have already been approved for paid parental leave do not lose their eligibility for such leave upon the death of the child for whom the leave was taken. This is intended to provide continued support for military families in the event of a tragic loss.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 06/04/2020)

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