Legislation establishing a state-run program providing eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of job-protected paid leave was reported by the Senate Housing and Human Services Committee this week.
Key Points:
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- Senate Bills 332 and 333 were introduced by Senator Erika Geiss (D-Taylor).
- The legislation establishes Michigan’s Family Leave Optimal Coverage (FLOC) Act.
- Employees would be eligible to receive up to 65% of the State’s annual weekly wage during the 12 weeks.
- The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Director would set the contribution rate of employers.
- The State Treasurer would establish a fund where payroll contributions would be deposited.
- An employer could opt out if they have a private plan with all the same obligations.
- There are a number of allowable reasons for an individual to take this leave, including birth or adoption, medical treatment for themself or a family member, safe leave, bereavement, a public health emergency, and attending a school meeting, among others.
Next Step:
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- The legislation is awaiting consideration by the full Senate.
