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H 2109

An Act amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Lisa Field and 12 co-sponsors

H 2109 - An Act amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker OverviewBill Number: H 2109 Title:

Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025
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Bill Summary · H 2109

H 2109 - An Act amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker

Overview

Bill Number: H 2109
Title: An Act amending the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave Law definitions of a covered business entity and a covered contract worker
Status: Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill seeks to amend the definitions of "covered business entity" and "covered contract worker" within the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) Law. The goal is to expand the scope of the PFML program to provide more workers with access to job-protected paid leave benefits.

Key Provisions

  • Redefines "covered business entity" to include all employers with 1 or more employees, down from the current threshold of 25 or more employees
  • Expands the definition of "covered contract worker" to include independent contractors, gig workers, and other contingent workers
  • Requires covered business entities to provide PFML benefits to both their employees and covered contract workers
  • Directs the Department of Family and Medical Leave to establish regulations for implementing the expanded coverage

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Employees of small businesses with 1-24 employees will now be eligible for PFML benefits, expanding access
  • Independent contractors, gig workers, and other contingent workers will now be able to access PFML benefits through their client companies
  • Covered business entities will be required to provide PFML benefits to a larger pool of workers, potentially increasing administrative and financial burdens

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • This bill was introduced on February 27, 2025 and is currently in committee
  • The reporting date for the committee has been extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025, allowing more time for consideration and potential amendments
  • If passed, the expanded definitions and coverage requirements would take effect on January 1, 2026 to give businesses time to prepare

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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