WV HB5080

Establishes the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Benefits Act in West Virginia, effective January 1, 2027, providing up to 12 weeks of paid leave annually for qualifying family and medical reasons including caring for a new child, family member with serious health condition, or military-related qualifying exigencies.

Weekly benefit equals 67% of the covered individual's average weekly wages, with a minimum of $250 and maximum of $1,000 per week.

Payroll contributions are split equally between employers and employees, with the Insurance Commissioner determining the annual contribution rate necessary to finance the program.

Protects employees from retaliation and guarantees job restoration to the same or equivalent position upon return from leave, with continued health care benefits during the leave period.

Creates the Family and Medical Leave Insurance Fund as a special revenue account administered by the Insurance Commissioner, who must establish claims procedures, an appeals system, and conduct public education campaigns about the program.