S.1940

Concerns family leave and gestational carriers.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1940 amends family leave laws to include gestational carrier care.

New Jersey S1940 amends the state's family leave laws to include leave time for employees who provide care for a person whose pregnancy will result in a child they intend to parent, whether through a gestational carrier agreement or otherwise. This leave covers the pregnancy and recovery from childbirth. The bill also updates definitions and provisions related to family leave, including clarifying terms like "family member" and "serious health condition." These changes aim to ensure comprehensive coverage for employees needing to care for family members during significant life events.

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Where it stands

Current
Labor Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Labor Committee