Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act

Expanded Leave for Families: The bill expands the types of leave available to include pregnancy loss, unsuccessful assisted reproductive technology procedures, and failed adoptions (Section 2, Section s 6382(a)(1)(C)).

Support for Victims of Violence: Employees can use leave to seek medical attention, mental health services, or legal assistance related to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, or stalking (Section 2, Section 6382(a)(1)(F)).

Safety and Housing Assistance: Leave can be used to secure safe housing, including relocating or installing safety measures, for victims of qualifying acts of violence (Section 2, Section 6382(a)(1)(F)(v)).

Care for Family Members: The expanded leave allows employees to assist family members who are victims of the violence mentioned above (Section 2, Section 6382(a)(1)(F)(vi)).

Broader Coverage for Federal Employees: The bill extends leave provisions to various groups including the U.S. Postal Service, the Postal Regulatory Commission, and the Government Accountability Office (Section 2 and Section 4).

Work Obligation Requirement: To receive paid leave, an employee must agree in writing to work for their employing agency for a period of time equal to the total amount of paid leave granted (Section 2, Section 6382(d)(2)(F)).

Financial Recovery for Unmet Obligations: If an employee fails to complete the required work obligation, the employing agency may recover the amount of Government contributions paid for the employee's health coverage during the leave period (Section 2, Section 6382(d)(2)(G)(i)).