The bill entitles eligible employees to up to five unpaid days off, though employers with differing policies can offer paid leave.
California has recently updated its labor laws with the introduction of SB 848, which focuses on providing leave for reproductive loss.
Expansion of Bereavement Leave
- Following the 2022 establishment of (unpaid) bereavement leave, SB 848 adds provisions related to reproductive loss, offering employees time to cope with such events.
Details of the Leave
- SB 848 requires employers to allow eligible employees up to five days of leave for reproductive losses. This can include events such as failed adoptions, surrogacy attempts, miscarriages, stillbirths, and unsuccessful assisted reproduction attempts. The leave is unpaid, but employers with different existing policies may opt to provide paid leave.
Protection Against Retaliation
- To ensure a supportive environment, SB 848 includes provisions that prohibit retaliation against employees who take the reproductive loss leave or share related experiences.
Legislative Context
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- For those interested in the legal specifics, SB 848 introduces Section 12945.6 to the Government Code.
Conclusion: SB 848 provides provisions related to reproductive loss, reflecting California's effort to adapt its labor laws to various life events and challenges faced by employees. This law aims to create a supportive work environment, respecting the personal experiences of individuals.
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