Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA)

The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA) is a law that provides additional leave rights for employees affected by emergencies like the COVID-19 pandemic. It allows eligible workers to take up to 10 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to care for family members or children impacted by school closures or other emergency conditions. Employers with fewer than 500 employees are covered, and the law also includes provisions for some paid leave, with the government offering financial support to help cover these costs. It aims to support employees in balancing work and family during emergencies.