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Introduced
01/22/2024
01/22/2024
In Committee
01/22/2024
01/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislationfor legislation relative to bereavement leave; of Sean Garballey, David M. Rogers and others relative to bereavement leave under the family and medical leave act; and of Christopher J. Worrell relative to bereavement leave, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2562).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new law requiring employers in Massachusetts to provide up to 10 business days of bereavement leave to their employees following the death of a family member. The leave can be used for making arrangements, attending the funeral, or grieving the loss. Employers have the discretion to determine whether the leave will be paid or unpaid, and can require employees to provide certain documentation to support the need for the leave. The bill exempts employers with fewer than 25 employees from this requirement, and is set to take effect on January 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (13)
Mike Barrett (D),
Simon Cataldo (D),
Nick Collins (D),
Lydia Edwards (D),
Carole Fiola (D),
Sean Garballey (D),
Jessica Giannino (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Billy MacGregor (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Chris Worrell (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (Joint)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Labor and Employment
- ‐ Employee Benefits
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Family Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2562 | 01/22/2024 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2562.pdf | 01/22/2024 |
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