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This bill expands bereavement leave provisions for Tennessee state government employees by specifying paid time off for employees experiencing a loss in their family. Under the new law, state employees will be granted three days of paid leave when a sibling, grandparent, grandchild, foster parent, or parent-in-law passes away; five days of paid leave when a parent or stepparent dies; and ten days of paid leave when a spouse, child, or stepchild dies. The bill applies to officers and employees across various state agencies, boards, and departments as defined in specific sections of Tennessee Code. These expanded bereavement leave provisions represent an enhancement of existing employment benefits, acknowledging the emotional and practical challenges employees face when experiencing the death of a family member. The law takes effect immediately upon becoming official, with the stated purpose of serving the public welfare.

Government Affairs, Labor and Employment

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1312&ga=114