SB1054

Hawaii SB1054 establishes a paid family and medical leave insurance program.

Hawaii SB1054 creates a paid family and medical leave insurance program. Eligible employees can take up to twelve weeks of family leave and twenty-six weeks of medical leave per year. Employers must maintain health benefits during leave. The program is funded by payroll contributions from employers and employees. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is responsible for administering the program, including setting benefit amounts, establishing procedures for claims and appeals, and conducting public education.