The bill H. 3490 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically Sections 8-11-150 and 8-11-155, to enhance the provisions for paid parental leave for eligible state employees. The amendments increase the duration of paid parental leave from six weeks to twelve weeks for employees who give birth, and from two weeks to four weeks for those who do not give birth but are eligible. The definition of "eligible state employee" is also clarified to include full-time employees across various state departments and institutions, as well as part-time employees on a prorated basis.

Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which paid parental leave can be taken, including stipulations on concurrent leave for both parents if they are eligible state employees, and the requirement that leave must be taken consecutively, with exceptions for foster parents. The amendments also specify that the entitlement to leave expires after a twelve-month period following the qualifying event, and any unused leave will be forfeited. The Division of Human Resources is tasked with implementing regulations and procedures to enforce these changes. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 8-11-150
Latest Version: 8-11-150