Hawaii HB1227 establishes a paid family leave policy for state employees, allowing up to twelve weeks of leave for childbirth, adoption, foster care.

Hawaii HB1227 introduces a paid family leave policy for state employees, providing up to twelve weeks of leave within a twelve-month period. Eligible employees can take leave for the birth of a child, the placement of a child for adoption or foster care, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition. The leave is paid and does not affect accrued benefits or employment status. Employees must provide certification from a health care provider and may be required to obtain a second opinion if the employer doubts the validity of the certification.

Hawaii HB1227 establishes a paid family leave policy for state employees, allowing up to twelve weeks of leave for childbirth, adoption, foster care.

Hawaii HB1227 introduces a paid family leave policy for state employees, providing up to twelve weeks of leave within a twelve-month period. Eligible employees can take leave for the birth of a child, the placement of a child for adoption or foster care, or to care for a family member with a serious health condition. The leave is paid and does not affect accrued benefits or employment status. Employees must provide certification from a health care provider and may be required to obtain a second opinion if the employer doubts the validity of the certification.