PFML laws continue to pass throughout the United States. It’s important to understand how this may affect your benefits program and how PFML compares to the FMLA. Review the chart below to understand the similarities and differences between FMLA and PFML:
FMLA |
PFML |
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| Does it provide job protection? | Yes | Sometimes |
| Is it paid? | No | Yes |
| What is the length of leave? | 12 weeks | Varies |
| Do health benefits continue? | Yes | Varies |
| Does it require the use of accrued time? | Employee Determines | Varies |
| Does it allow time to bond with a new child? | Yes | Yes |
| Does it include time for caring for yourself or a family member with a serious health condition? | Yes | Yes |
| Does it include caring for military family members? | Yes | Varies |
| Does it include leave for domestic and/or sexual violence? | No | Varies |
This chart is intended to provide a broad overview of these two programs. Local and state government PFML websites will include more information specific to each locality.
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This blog is up to date as of March 2022 and has not been updated for changes in the law, administration or current events.
