Iowa SF480 establishes up to three days of paid bereavement leave for state employees following the death of a parent, child, or spouse.

Iowa SF480 introduces a new section allowing state employees up to three days of paid leave in the event of the death of a parent, child, or spouse. This bill modifies current rules that permit the use of accrued sick leave for such bereavements, but limits it to 40 hours per fiscal year. The new provision aims to provide a more consistent and supportive policy for state employees during family bereavements.

Iowa SF480 establishes up to three days of paid bereavement leave for state employees following the death of a parent, child, or spouse.

Iowa SF480 introduces a new section allowing state employees up to three days of paid leave in the event of the death of a parent, child, or spouse. This bill modifies current rules that permit the use of accrued sick leave for such bereavements, but limits it to 40 hours per fiscal year. The new provision aims to provide a more consistent and supportive policy for state employees during family bereavements.