Businesses are advancing the case for national paid leave
Leading companies of all sizes and across sectors support a national paid family and medical leave policy to support families, strengthen the workforce and build a stronger economy.
It’s past time for national paid leave
Almost everyone will need time away from their job to care for a new child or address a serious personal or family health issue, yet millions of people do not have paid family and medical leave at their jobs. The public knows it’s time for action — and sees businesses as a critical ally. These numbers say it all:
%
of workers don’t have access to paid family leave through their employers
%
of voters support a national paid family and medical leave policy that covers all working people
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of voters have more favorable views of companies that publicly support national paid leave
Businesses are advocating for change
Companies across the country have endorsed the need for a strong, sustainable and inclusive baseline paid family and medical leave policy at the national level that works for businesses and working people and would create a more family-friendly economy. Companies’ experiences in states with paid leave show public policies are affordable, practical and good for business.
A national paid leave policy is an economic imperative for modern parenthood and working families.
Learn from examples of business leadership
Businesses are advancing the case for national paid leave through customer engagement, public education, policy advocacy and more. See examples of concrete actions these companies and corporate leaders are taking to advance national paid leave.
Paid leave principles are key
Paid leave is the focus of a growing national dialogue – and policy details matter.
Business leaders, policymakers, advocates and issue experts have come together to endorse the key principles of a national paid leave policy that will be effective, inclusive and built to last – one that will meet the needs of working people, their diverse families and America’s large and small businesses.
More Resources
Paid Leave for All Report: Nationwide Poll on State of Men in America: Family, Care & Masculinity
First of its kind national poll of men finds men are hopeful; clearly link family to masculinity; and nearly universally support a host of family policies, including paid leave and affordable care.
Small Businesses Support a National Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
2024 polling underscores small businesses support for paid leave. Nearly 80% of small employers favor a national program funded by both employee and employer contributions.
Paid Family and Medical Leave Is Good for Business
From lower turnover costs through greater retention to higher productivity and morale – with paid leave, businesses stand to benefit. State paid leave programs could also help grow their talent pool: nearly three-quarters of adults would prefer to live in a state where paid family and medical leave is available.