HB 5259 Illinois House · 101st Regular Session

FAMILY FIRST EMPLOYER PROGRAM

Summary
Creates the Family First Employer Program Act. Establishes the Family First Employer Program under the Department of Labor to award employers that create family-friendly workplaces by providing, for all full-time employees, advancement and leadership opportunities; the same pay rates for similar work; stipends or assistance for child care; paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child and medical care for employees or family members of employees; flexible work accommodations for other family obligations; and health insurance and retirement plan options. Provides for the awards to be presented by the Governor and to come with a logo that a designated employer may use for promotional purposes. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules to implement the program.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2020
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Governor
Introduced Feb 14, 2020 Last action Feb 18, 2020
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Feb 18, 2020
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Referred to Rules Committee
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