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Pexels/via PixabayOregonians should see deductions from their paychecks in January. Paid leave benefits are scheduled to roll out in September. -
Fred Greaves/CalMattersThe bill increases leave payments to 90% of paychecks for lower-income workers in 2025, so more of them can afford time off for maternity leave or to care for ill family members.
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Caring for babies or family with medical issues takes people away from their jobs. Some, especially the lowest wage earners, don’t get those jobs back. To support care work, Oregon was the ninth state to pass a Paid Family and Medical Leave Act. -
Low-wage earners who most need paid family leave can’t afford to take time off. A new bill seeks to raise their replacement pay.
