The New Hampshire House and Senate have passed House Bill 712 – legislation for a family and medical leave insurance program – and sent it to Gov. Chris Sununu.
While the governor continues to promote a different plan, the passed version addresses a key element – sustainability. The passed bill would rely on minor payroll taxes for funding, while the governor’s voluntary plan would likely have resulted in limited funding and plan failure.
Given what we have seen and experienced with COVID-19, it is in the best interest of our state and our society to help families remove the employment factor when a serious need for leave arises, providing up to 12 weeks of paid time away from work – and one less worry issue.
RAYE ELLEN DOUVILLE
Gilford