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Senators push states to provide at least 6 weeks of paid family and medical leave

Two U.S. senators are promoting a plan that encourages states to guarantee at least six weeks of paid family and medical leave to expand access for working families.

Published Jul 28, 2026, 6:28 PM EDT | LehighValleyLive

One U.S. senator from Arkansas and another from New York are championing expanded access to paid family and medical leave at the state level.