As proponents rally to build support for the bill, the governor recommends tightening eligibility and reducing payouts for the proposal, which is under attack from some business groups that say it would be too burdensome on employers.
paid family leave
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Proposed paid family and medical leave bill unworkable for Maine
The proposal is for a new short-term disability insurance program that will cost hundreds of millions of dollars and be one of the most benefit-rich programs in the country.
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Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Lawmakers seek compromise on Maine paid family leave bill
The bill, sponsored by Sen. Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick, and Rep. Kristen Cloutier, D-Lewiston, will have a public hearing on Thursday.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Backers of paid family leave in Maine have high hopes for new bill’s prospects
Details of the legislation were released Tuesday and a public hearing is slated for May 25.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Foster parents need paid family and medical leave, too
Any parent welcoming a new child into their home should be able to solely focus on that child and have time to fully adjust to such a huge transition.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Scholars Strategy Network: Paid leave crucial for well-being of Maine families
The Capability Approach, a concept introduced in our previous column (“The quest for well-being in turbulent times,” Jan. 19), centers on well-being: of living a life of value. As a powerful framework used to guide and measure the development and impact of public policy, its force is focused on quality of life and the ability […]