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Publication Date: November 2002
Publisher: Economic Opportunity Institute
Author(s):
Research Area: Labor
Keywords: Paid Sick Leave; Middle class; Family and Medical Leave Act
Type: Report
Coverage: Washington
Abstract:
Presents the case for paid leave from work, noting that it contributes significantly to workers’ ability to maintain their health, care for their families, maintain financial stability, and remain productive members of the workforce. Lists examples of ten industrialized countries that mandate annual paid family leave programs by law.