New Jersey SB 786
Summary: This bill would require employers to provide paid leave to employees in order to care for a new born or to care for a family member with a serious health condition. The bill defines “family member” to include a civil union partner or domestic partner.
Status: On March 3, 2008, the bill passed the Senate by a 22-16 vote. On March 10, 2008, the bill passed an Assembly Committee by an 8-4 vote.
Full Text: Read the full text of this bill.
Rating: Support
Action: New Jersey residents should use HRC’s Online Action Center to contact their state senator and representative to ask him or her to support this bill.
Last Updated: Friday, April 04, 2008