The first hearing on Washington’s family and medical leave bill has been postponed for the time being — but we still need your help! Please send us your story about why family leave matters to you. Your words will be a invaluable resource for talking with legislators, the media and others as we move forward.Continue reading “Update: Family leave hearing postponed”
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First hearing for family leave on Tuesday!
The first committee hearing on paid family and medical leave is next week! Come down to Olympia next Tuesday morning to watch the action unfold, or watch the hearing live on TVW. Check your local listings, or visit: http://www.tvw.org/. A full house will tell legislators how important this program is to our families! When: Tuesday,Continue reading “First hearing for family leave on Tuesday!”
Family and medical leave insurance bill introduced in Washington Senate
The Washington State Senate now has family and medical leave legislation of its own to consider in the upcoming legislative session. The bill is similar – but not identical – to a House measure introduced earlier this week. Senate Bill 5679 is sponsored by: Senators Keiser, Kohl-Welles, McDermott, Murray, Pridemore, Kauffman, Hatfield, Franklin, McAuliffe, Kline,Continue reading “Family and medical leave insurance bill introduced in Washington Senate”
Washington Work and Family Coalition 