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WV SB114
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joey Garcia
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AI Summary
- Creates a paid parental leave pilot program for full-time state government employees who have worked at least 12 consecutive weeks, running from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2029
- Provides eligible employees up to 12 weeks of paid leave within 12 months of a child's birth or adoption, with weekly benefits at 90% of average weekly wage up to $1,000 maximum
- Establishes the Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program Fund in the State Treasury to pay benefits, with any remaining balance reverting to the General Revenue Fund on December 31, 2029
- Requires employers to maintain group health insurance coverage during leave and guarantees employees return to their same position, with protection of seniority and employment benefits
- Mandates the Department of Labor to conduct annual employer surveys and submit performance review reports to the Joint Committee on Government Organization evaluating the program's effectiveness
Legislative Description
Creating Paid Parental Leave Pilot Program
Labor
Last Action
To Finance
2/26/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance2/26/2026
Health and Human Resources1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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