HB8041: Supporting VA Families Act
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To establish an entitlement to a supplemental period of unpaid parental leave for employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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The Supporting VA Families Act would give Department of Veterans Affairs employees additional unpaid parental leave beyond what they currently receive. This leave would be an entitlement, meaning eligible employees could take it as a guaranteed benefit. The bill applies specifically to VA staff who have or adopt children. Currently, the bill has been introduced in Congress and awaits review.
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HB8041: Supporting VA Families Act
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Sponsors
Janelle Bynum
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (91)
Juan Ciscomani
Julia Brownley
Brian Fitzpatrick
Michael Lawler
Sanford Bishop