Requires employers to provide a leave of absence for an employee to use for colon cancer screenings
This bill requires employers to provide employees with four hours of paid leave each year specifically for colon cancer screenings. It directly affects employees who need screening appointments and employers with at least a certain number of workers (implied by labor law context). Key provisions include prohibiting employer retaliation for using this leave and clarifying that the leave does not replace other existing benefits or leave policies. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 18, 2026
Last action Feb 18, 2026
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