Nebraska LB224 would require paid maternity leave for state employees.

Nebraska LB224 would require paid maternity leave for state employees. Eligible employees can take up to twelve weeks of paid leave within a single twelve-month period. Employees must provide at least thirty days' notice before starting leave, unless circumstances beyond their control prevent it. Leave may not be used before the child is born or more than six months after the birth. Employees must return to their previous position or an equivalent one. The state cannot interfere with leave use or take retaliatory action against employees.

Nebraska LB224 would require paid maternity leave for state employees.

Nebraska LB224 would require paid maternity leave for state employees. Eligible employees can take up to twelve weeks of paid leave within a single twelve-month period. Employees must provide at least thirty days' notice before starting leave, unless circumstances beyond their control prevent it. Leave may not be used before the child is born or more than six months after the birth. Employees must return to their previous position or an equivalent one. The state cannot interfere with leave use or take retaliatory action against employees.