SB852

Paid family and medical leave benefits for Hawaii employees.

The bill establishes a family and medical leave insurance program in Hawaii. It allows eligible employees to take up to 26 weeks of paid leave per year for reasons such as caring for a new child, a serious health condition, or caring for a family member with a serious health condition. Employers must provide written notice to employees about their rights and benefits. The program is funded by payroll contributions from both employers and employees. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is responsible for administering the program and setting benefit amounts.