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HB 128

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 19 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE INSURANCE PROGRAM.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Debra Heffernan and 1 co-sponsor

Delaware's FMLI program amended to modify paid leave insurance provisions affecting worker benefits and employer/employee contributions statewide.

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Bill Summary · HB 128

Legislative bill overview

HB 128 amends Delaware's Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) program under Title 19 of the Delaware Code. The bill modifies existing provisions governing how the state's paid leave insurance system operates, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the provided action summary.

Why is this important

Delaware's FMLI program provides wage replacement benefits to workers taking qualified leave for medical conditions, family care, or other specified reasons. Amendments to this program directly affect hundreds of thousands of workers' access to paid leave protections and the financial obligations on employers and employees who fund the system.

Potential points of contention

  • Benefit adequacy vs. affordability: Changes to benefit levels, duration, or eligibility may pit worker protections against employer cost concerns and payroll deduction rates
  • Coverage scope: Modifications to what qualifies as covered leave (e.g., adding new leave categories) could expand protections or create implementation complexities
  • Funding mechanism: Alterations to how the program is financed—through employee payroll deductions, employer contributions, or general revenue—affect different stakeholder groups differently

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

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