HF2502: State Employee Parental Leave

Eliminates the requirement that only state employees eligible for leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 can receive paid parental leave. Instead, all state employees will be provided paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, as long as the leave is taken within twelve months of the event.

Key Points & Impacts:

• Removes the requirement that state employees must be eligible for leave under the federal FMLA to receive paid parental leave.

• Expands eligibility for paid parental leave to all state employees, regardless of FMLA eligibility.

• Paid leave is available for both the birth and adoption of a child.

• The paid parental leave must be taken within twelve months following the birth or adoption.

Signed by Governor April 30, 2026. Takes effect April 30, 2026.