Bill · H.R. 7505· House(119-HR-7505)
Flexible Leave Act
- Introduced
- 2/11/2026
- Last activity
- 2/11/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Sarah McBride
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the ``Flexible Leave Act'', aims to amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993. The primary goal is to allow all leave to be taken on an intermittent schedule. It specifically modifies section 102(b) regarding how leave is taken. Additionally, it amends section 103(b) to remove certain certification requirements for intermittent leave.
Yes· 3 of 17
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+5
Removing certification requirements and allowing intermittent leave significantly assists people managing long-term disabilities.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+4
By allowing intermittent leave and removing certification hurdles, the bill provides better flexibility for those managing chronic health conditions.
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+3
Middle-aged workers often face increased caregiving responsibilities which this bill's flexibility helps address.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased flexibility in leave schedules: Under Section 2(a), leave under certain subsections may be taken intermittently or on a reduced leave schedule, which provides more options for how leave is used.
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Reduced documentation requirements: Section 2(b) amends section 103(b) by striking paragraphs (5), (6), and (7), which removes specific certification requirements for intermittent leave.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no specific negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people explicitly stated within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Middle Aged+3Good For Middle Class Households+3Good For Union Workers+3Good For Women+3Good For African Americans+2Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Seniors+2Good For White Americans+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+4Improves Childcare Affordability+2Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Union Protections+3
- 2/11/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Anna Paulina LunaRepublican · Florida