This bill amends current law regarding temporary disability benefits for individuals who experience disability due to pregnancy. Specifically, it increases the duration of benefits available after the actual delivery date from six weeks to eight weeks. Additionally, it maintains the provision that individuals can receive four weeks of benefits before the expected delivery date. The bill also stipulates that individuals must recertify for benefits no later than two weeks following the actual delivery date, without the need for further recertification during the benefit periods.

The legislation aims to streamline the application process for temporary disability and paid family leave benefits by allowing individuals to submit a single application for both programs, unless they choose to opt out. It requires that private plans providing temporary disability benefits also inform claimants about the family leave benefits application process. The bill is set to take effect immediately and will apply to any applications for benefits filed on or after the effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 43:21-39.5