Starting November 21, 2024, the Massachusetts Earned Sick Time Law will be expanded to include leave for reproductive losses. This law applies to all employers.
- Employees will be able to use their earned sick time for their own or their spouse’s physical and mental health needs resulting from pregnancy loss, failed attempts at assisted reproduction, adoption, or surrogacy.
Employers should revise their policies and handbooks to reflect these new provisions and ensure employees are informed about their expanded rights and should be prepared to address employee requests in accordance with the updated coverage requirements.
For additional information:
Massachusetts Expands Covered Sick Time Reasons to Include Reproductive Loss Events (VensureHR)
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