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Allegheny County proposal would require 18 weeks paid parental leave

The Allegheny County Health Department is reviewing extensive public comment on a divisive proposal that would require employers to provide 18 weeks of paid parental leave, with employees eligible after 30 days on the job.

Published Jun 3, 2026, 4:09 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

The Allegheny County Health Department now faces the task of reviewing extensive public feedback on a proposal to require employers to provide 18 weeks of paid parental leave, with employees becoming eligible after just 30 days of employment.