Bill
H 2188
Overview: H 2188, "An Act relative to bereavement leave", had its reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 after being introduced on February 27, 2025.Purpose and Inten
Overview: H 2188, "An Act relative to bereavement leave", had its reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 after being introduced on February 27, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to provide employees with paid bereavement leave following the death of a family member.
Key Provisions:
- Requires employers to provide up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave for the death of an immediate family member
- Defines "immediate family member" to include spouses, domestic partners, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and grandchildren
- Allows employees to use bereavement leave within 3 months of the family member's death
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Employees who experience the loss of an immediate family member would be entitled to paid time off to grieve and attend to related matters
- Employers would be required to provide the paid bereavement leave, which may impact their labor costs and staffing needs during the leave periods
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill's reporting date has been extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026, indicating that the legislative process is ongoing and further deliberation is expected before a final vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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