The bill H. 3645 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 aim to 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 bill clarifies definitions related to "child," "eligible state employee," and "qualifying event," ensuring that no child can have more than two parents eligible for paid parental leave.

Additionally, the bill outlines the conditions under which paid parental leave can be taken, including the expiration of leave entitlement after twelve months from the qualifying event, the prohibition of leave donation, and the requirement for leave to be taken consecutively, with some exceptions for foster parents. It also stipulates that legal holidays will not count against the leave and that the paid parental leave will run concurrently with other forms of leave, such as those under the Family Medical Leave Act. The Division of Human Resources is tasked with creating regulations to implement these changes. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

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