DeLauro Leads More than 100 House Democrats in Reintroducing FAMILY Act
"At some point in our lives, many of us will need to take time off from work for a serious illness, to care for a loved one, or for the birth or adoption of a child. However, only 40 percent of American workers have access to paid personal medical leave for a serious illness, and only 14 percent have access to paid family leave. We can do better for American families," said DeLauro.
"We need the FAMILY Act to help deal with the biggest economic challenge of our time--that too many American workers are not earning enough to make ends meet. Losing several weeks' worth of wages in order to care for an ill loved one would push many families over the financial edge, and some past the point of no return," continued DeLauro. "The time for paid family and medical leave is long overdue--and we will keep fighting until no American worker has to choose between sacrificing a paycheck and caring for their family during the toughest times."
The FAMILY Act would be paid for through small employer and employee contributions. The average worker would pay just
The following organizations have endorsed the FAMILY Act: 1,000 Days, 9to5,
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