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HB 1318

Labor and industrial relations; actuarial study on state based paid family and medical leave insurance program; provide

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kasey Carpenter and 3 co-sponsors

Georgia authorizes actuarial study on state paid family/medical leave insurance program to assess feasibility, costs, and implementation requirements.

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Bill Summary · HB 1318

Legislative bill overview

HB 1318 directs Georgia to commission an actuarial study examining the feasibility and costs of implementing a state-based paid family and medical leave insurance program. The bill does not establish a program itself, but rather funds research into how such a program could operate in Georgia, similar to models in other states like California and New York.

Why is this important

Paid family and medical leave insurance affects workers' ability to take time off for childbirth, serious illness, or family care without losing income, and impacts employers' labor costs and competitiveness. The study would provide policymakers with concrete data on implementation costs, funding mechanisms, and potential economic effects before committing to a full program.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding mechanism: Determining whether premiums would be employee-paid, employer-paid, or government-funded; costs could range significantly based on program design
  • Business impact: Employers may resist mandatory participation or premium contributions, citing competitive disadvantages versus states without such programs
  • Program scope and generosity: Disagreement over which leave types qualify, benefit duration, and wage replacement levels would affect both cost and worker protection

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

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