"While ERIC is supportive of HB 839, our testimony did include several asks to strengthen the proposed program, including: [1] Adding a provision to preempt local paid leave ordinances. [2] Allowing employers participating in the state insurance program to deduct the full amount of contributions paid to the program from the wages paid to employees. [3] Amending the bill to be consistent with the [FMLA], including changing the definition of a family member; limiting the duration of paid leave to be equal to the 12-week total standard; matching the employee eligibility standards to the 1250 hours worked requirement."  MORE >>