IRS Issues Tax Update for Millions on Family and Medical Leave Programs
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued new advice regarding the federal tax treatment of state-paid leave programs for workers who have taken time off due to illness and their employers. The update clarifies tax relief for many people across the country who are unable to work because of non-occupational injuries to themselves or their family members,
Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) by State
In the United States, there is no national paid family and medical leave. Policies are enacted at the state level and vary in how they work and what they cover.
Maine launches Paid Family and Medical Leave Portal for employers
The online system allows employers to register, designate a payroll processor, file quarterly wage reports, and remit quarterly premium contributions.
Maine to begin to contribute to family medical leave act fund
The Maine Department of Labor is beginning the contribution phase of the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) act on Jan. 1.Any employer with at least one Maine
Maine Chamber of Commerce, Bath Iron Works sue state’s Department of Labor over PFML rules
AUGUSTA, Maine - The Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works have filed a civil lawsuit against the Maine Department of Labor and its commissioner in connection with the DOL’s ...
Maine Chamber of Commerce sues Mills administration over paid family leave law
The lawsuit challenges a provision that requires employers to pay taxes for several months before they can opt out by providing an equivalent plan.
Maine State Chamber of Commerce, Bath Iron Works sue state over paid family leave program
Less than two weeks after it went into effect, the state is facing a lawsuit over its new paid family leave program.
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Chamber of Commerce, BIW sue Maine Department of Labor over PFML rules
The Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works have filed a civil lawsuit against the Maine Department of Labor and ...
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DOL Issues Opinion Letter on Applicability of the FMLA Substitution Rule When Employee on FMLA is Receiving PFML Benefits
On January 14, 2025, the Department of Labor issued an Opinion Letter regarding the applicability of the Family and Medical Leave Act ...
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Leaves of Absence
FMLA Request Form (pdf) More information about the Family Medical Leave Act Family and Medical Leave Act Fact Sheet (pdf) PFML stands for Paid Family Medical Leave. It is a state-offered benefit for ...