Family Medical Leave
Family Medical Leave Act & California Family Rights Act
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) are Federal and State laws that typically run concurrently. These laws require Placer County, as an employer, to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical reasons.
FMLA and CFRA leaves normally run concurrently with a Workers’ Compensation leave. Visit the Family Medical Leave Act website for more information.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Effective April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020, Placer County is implementing the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. To read more about these provisions click here.
- What is the Family Medical Leave Act and the California Family Rights Act?
- What types of leave of absence qualify for FMLA/CFRA?
- Who is eligible for FMLA/CFRA?
- How should I notify Placer County that I would like to take a leave of absence?
- Why do I want to request an FMLA/CFRA leave?
- Will the County notify me if I am eligible for FMLA/CFRA?
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