This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to allow educators in the public school system to donate personal leave to employees who are utilizing maternity leave. Specifically, it introduces a new definition of "maternity leave" and establishes a process for transferring leave. The bill stipulates that women who are employees of the public school system and meet certain criteria may utilize the sick leave bank for maternity leave, and it prohibits county policies from preventing this use.

Additionally, the bill modifies the existing leave donation program to include maternity leave as a valid reason for receiving donated leave. It specifies that a county board cannot limit the number of personal leave days a donor employee may transfer to a receiving employee who is their spouse, while it may impose limits for transfers to non-spousal employees. The bill also ensures that the donated leave can only be used for the specified purpose and reverts back to the donor if not used. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance support for educators during maternity leave by facilitating the donation of personal leave.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-4-10f, 18B-7-14
Committee Substitute: 18A-4-10, 18A-4-10f