Trump Expands Family, Medical Leave Benefits: Here's Who Can Get It
Summary
The Trump administration has expanded a federal tax credit to encourage employers to offer paid family and medical leave to more workers. This change increases the tax credit available to employers who provide paid leave and lowers some requirements so more employees, including part-time and those with six months of service, may benefit if their employer participates.Key Facts
- The expanded tax credit is for employers who offer paid family and medical leave to workers.
- Employers can now get a tax credit between 12.5% and 25% of wages paid during leave, up to 12 weeks per year.
- Starting in 2026, employers can also claim the credit for insurance premiums on paid leave policies.
- Employees with at least six months of service qualify, down from 12 months before.
- Part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week can now be covered.
- The credit applies only if employers choose to offer paid leave; there is no federal mandate requiring it.
- The U.S. remains the only OECD country without a national law requiring paid family and medical leave.
- The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) currently allows eligible employees unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons, but this does not guarantee paid leave.
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