An Act providing for employment leave for victims and victims' families because of violence; prohibiting certain acts by employers; prescribing penalties; and providing for a cause of action.

This bill, known as the Victims of Violence Safe Employment Act, creates a new right for Pennsylvania employees and their family members to take unpaid leave after experiencing violence, sexual violence, stalking, or abuse of a vulnerable adult. The law allows victims to take this leave to seek medical care, attend court proceedings, or recover from the trauma of the incident, with employers prohibited from retaliating against them for using the leave. Employers are required to provide this leave without requiring the employee to prove the incident resulted in a criminal conviction, relying instead on documentation from law enforcement, healthcare providers, or victim advocates. Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for employers who violate these protections and creates a legal cause of action for employees to sue for damages if they face retaliation.