NV AB388

Increases paid family leave for Nevada state employees from 8 weeks to 12 weeks and reduces the eligibility period from 12 consecutive months to 90 days of employment.

Extends paid family leave requirements to private employers and local governments with 50 or more employees in Nevada, effective January 1, 2028.

Expands qualifying reasons for paid family leave to include bonding with foster children, pregnancy-related conditions including pregnancy loss, adoption preparation tasks, and "safe leave" for victims of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, or sexual assault.

Changes wage replacement from a flat 50% to 100% of regular wages for employees earning up to 110% of the state average weekly wage, or 60% (capped at 150% of state average weekly wage) for higher earners.

Authorizes civil actions for employees denied leave or retaliated against, with penalties up to $5,000 per violation and potential misdemeanor charges against non-compliant employers.