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DemocratBill · H.R. 5390· House(119-HR-5390)

FAMILY Act

Rep. DeLauro
Age: 83 years
Connecticut
Introduced
9/16/2025
Last activity
9/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by
Rosa DeLauro
Cosponsors
Democrat - 207Republican - 0
Labor and Employment
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The FAMILY Act establishes an Office of Paid Family and Medical Leave within the Social Security Administration. This office is tasked with providing paid family and medical leave benefits to eligible individuals. Benefits are available for qualifying reasons such as serious health conditions, caring for qualified family members, or as a result of qualifying acts of violence. The program includes specific rules for determining benefit amounts, eligibility, and benefit periods. It also provides a mechanism for funding grants to "legacy States" that already have comprehensive paid leave programs.

Yes· 3 of 10

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7

    The bill provides a critical financial safety net for those needing leave for medical or caregiving reasons.

  • Would middle-income households be better off under this?+6

    Middle-income workers gain financial security through predictable paid leave benefits.

  • Would women be better off under this?+6

    The bill provides specific supports for those affected by gender-based violence and protects health coverage during leave.

The opposite

  • Does this make it easier to run a small business?-2

    Small businesses may face administrative and financial burdens associated with complying with the new leave and non-retaliation requirements.