California passed Senate Bill 590, expanding eligibility for benefits under the state’s paid family leave program. Effective July 1, 2028, it will allow individuals to take time off work to care for a “designated person” who has a serious health condition. That term is defined as any care recipient related by blood or associated with the individual at the equivalent of a family relationship.
When requesting to use this benefit, the individual must identify the designated person and provide how they are related to or associated with this person.
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