An Act relative to bereavement leave

This bill creates a new bereavement leave policy in Massachusetts, requiring most employers to allow employees up to 10 business days of leave within a 12-month period for the death of a family member. It directly affects employees in Massachusetts (excluding those working for employers with fewer than 25 employees) and their employers, covering leave for funeral arrangements, attending services, or grieving. Key provisions include a 30-day window to request leave after learning of a death, employer discretion over paid/unpaid status, and specific documentation options like obituaries or death certificates. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027.