MS SB2136

Establishes the Mississippi Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, expanding coverage from state employees only to all employees in Mississippi working for employers as defined under federal FMLA (29 U.S.C § 2611)

Provides 6 weeks (240 hours) of paid parental leave at 100% salary for primary caregivers following the birth or adoption of a child, which must be taken within 12 weeks of the qualifying event

Creates 2 weeks (80 hours) of paid medical leave at 100% salary for serious personal health conditions, caring for family members with serious health conditions, or caring for injured military or national guard members

Requires employees to have worked for their employer for at least 12 consecutive months in a full-time permanent position to qualify for benefits

Takes effect July 1, 2026, with state agencies required to report parental leave usage starting July 1, 2026, and medical leave usage starting July 1, 2027