NC- Caregiver Relief Act (2011)

This bill would broaden how family is defined by the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Employers who are required to comply with the FMLA would also be required to extend FMLA coverage to employees who are caring for a sibling, grandparent, grandchild, stepparent, or parent-in-law.

State North Carolina

Bill Number Senate Bill 754

Sponsor Senator Floyd B. McKissick, Jr. (D-NC)

Date of Introduction 4/19/2011

Latest Activity 04/20/2011 Referred to Senate Committee On Rules and Operations of the Senate

More Info http://www.ncleg.net//

NC Justice Center Report: "Time to Care: How North Carolina Can Promote Health, Support Workers, and Strengthen Families"

Topic: Workplace Accommodation and Family Leave Policies