The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993 allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave annually for specific family and medical reasons, such as personal or family illness, childbirth, or adoption. The act ensures job security and continuation of health insurance during leave. It applies to employers with 50 or more employees and employees who have worked at least 1,250 hours in the past year. FMLA aims to support employees in balancing work and family responsibilities without fear of losing their jobs.