HB 2399 - DIGEST

Declares it to be in the public interest to establish a program that: (1) Provides additional options for individuals to use in balancing work and family responsibilities;

(2) Is in addition to those programs offered by employers;

(3) Provides limited income support for a reasonable period while an individual is away from work on family leave; and

(4) Reduces the impact on state income support programs by increasing an individual's ability to provide caregiving services for family members while maintaining an employment relationship.

Requires the department to establish and administer a family leave insurance program and pay family leave insurance benefits as specified in this act.