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Japan’s Health Ministry Panel Proposes 100% Paternity Leave

Japan’s health ministry panel has recommended a significant enhancement to the country’s paternity leave benefits to encourage parents, especially fathers, to take more paid leave and spend more time with early child care. The proposed plan, announced Monday, is set to increase

November 14, 2023

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Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act: 2023 Updates

Why it matters: Massachusetts is updating its Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA). This overhaul brings significant changes. These will affect both employers and employees. The modifications range from the expansion of benefits to adjustments in contribution rates. What’s new: Massachusetts

October 13, 2023

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SB-616 Signed: California’s Workers Get 2 More Paid Sick Leave Days

Big Picture: California’s workers are set to receive five paid sick days annually starting in 2024, a move propelled by the signing of Senate Bill 616 (SB-616) by Gov. Gavin Newsom. Why it matters: The decision elevates the previous mandate of three paid sick days. With

October 5, 2023

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Michigan’s Industries Form Coalition Against Paid Leave (SB-332) & Workers’ Bills

Michigan’s labor tensions are reaching a boiling point. Workers in the automotive and healthcare sectors are pushing for increased rights, fair wages, and improved working conditions. At the same time, industry leaders and GOP state leadership rallied to block legislative developments such as Paid Leave

October 4, 2023

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Japan’s Health Ministry Panel Proposes 100% Paternity Leave

Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act: 2023 Updates

SB-616 Signed: California’s Workers Get 2 More Paid Sick Leave Days

Michigan’s Industries Form Coalition Against Paid Leave (SB-332) & Workers’ Bills