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VA SB2
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer Boysko
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AI Summary
- Establishes a paid family and medical leave insurance program in Virginia, administered by the Virginia Employment Commission, allowing covered individuals to receive wage replacement benefits during qualifying leave periods
- Provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave per benefit year for family and medical reasons including birth or adoption of a child, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, the employee's own serious health condition, or qualifying military exigency
- Allows self-employed individuals to opt into coverage by meeting specific requirements outlined in the program
- Requires the Virginia Employment Commission to establish a Paid Family and Medical Leave Advisory Board to provide guidance on program implementation
- Permits employers to fulfill program obligations through approved private insurance plans that meet minimum requirements, as an alternative to participating in the state-administered program
Legislative Description
Paid family and medical leave insurance program; definitions, notice requirements, civil action.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Appropriations3/3/2026
Labor and Commerce2/24/2026
Finance and Appropriations2/2/2026
Commerce and Labor11/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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