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TX HB5326

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

James Talarico

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a state paid family and medical leave program under the Texas Workforce Commission, establishing a Family and Medical Leave Fund financed by employer contributions on wages paid

  • Entitles employees to at least 12 weeks of leave for their own serious health condition, to care for a family member with a serious health condition, or for the birth or adoption/foster placement of a child

  • Provides benefits at 67% of an employee's average wages, with a minimum weekly benefit of $100 (or full wages if earning less) and a maximum capped at 90% of the state's average weekly benefit

  • Allows intermittent leave with a minimum claim duration of eight consecutive hours, and requires leave to run concurrently with federal FMLA leave for eligible employees

  • Prohibits employer retaliation against employees who request or use leave, and requires the Commission to submit biennial reports to the legislature on program effectiveness and participation

Legislative Description

Relating to family and medical leave.

State Finances

Last Action

Referred to s/c on Workforce by Speaker

4/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Workforce Subcommittee4/7/2025

Full Bill Text

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