Bill > HB3965

This bill expands paid maternity leave for all state employees in Oklahoma, removing the previous requirement that an employee must have worked for the state for at least two years to be eligible and instead stating that they must be employed by any state agency and remain in good standing. The bill also clarifies that this six weeks of paid maternity leave, which will be provided at the employee's regular salary without interruption, is in addition to any sick leave related to pregnancy or adoption. Importantly, the time taken for maternity leave will not interrupt an employee's service for purposes of seniority, pay raises, or performance awards, and the Director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services is authorized to create rules to implement these changes, with the act set to take effect on January 1, 2027.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3965&Session=2600