The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1223, seeks to amend title 31 of the general statutes to mandate that employers provide twenty hours of paid leave specifically for pregnancy-related health care. This leave is in addition to any other leave that may already be offered by the employer.

The primary objective of this legislation is to ensure that pregnant individuals have access to necessary health care without the added stress of financial burden due to lost wages. By instituting this requirement, the bill aims to support the health and well-being of pregnant persons in the workforce.