Plain English Breakdown
The effective date is listed as empty in the metadata, so it is unknown when this law officially takes effect despite being signed.
Clarifying Start Dates for Adoption Paid Leave
This law clarifies the three specific times an employee can start using paid leave when adopting a child.
What This Bill Does
- Amends Title 14 of the Delaware Code to clarify rules about paid leave.
- Allows employees to begin their adoption leave when a child is placed with them for adoption.
- Permits employees to start their leave when they initiate a petition to adopt a child.
- Enables employees to use their leave once the legal adoption process finishes.
Who It Names or Affects
- Employees in Delaware who are adopting children
Limits and Unknowns
- This law only defines when leave can start; it does not state how long the paid leave lasts.
- The official text provided does not list specific eligibility requirements for employees other than those adopting a child.