Bill > H2125

This bill expands paid family and medical leave provisions specifically for educators by modifying existing state law. The bill broadens the definition of "covered individual" to explicitly include employees of school districts and educational collaboratives, ensuring they are eligible for paid family and medical leave. It also defines school districts and educational collaboratives as "employers" for the purposes of the family and medical leave program, with a unique provision that they will not be subject to certain regulations and that their required contributions will be paid by the commonwealth using income surtax revenue. The bill further stipulates that taking family or medical leave will not negatively impact an employee's accrual of benefits like vacation time, sick leave, seniority, or health insurance, and prevents individuals from receiving benefits during established vacation periods or holiday recesses if they have reasonable assurance of returning to work afterward. This legislation aims to provide more comprehensive and protected leave options for educators, recognizing the important role they play in the educational system and supporting their personal and family needs.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2125