Feds Ask Public to Review Family Leave Reporting Forms
Published Date: 6/26/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Labor is asking for public feedback on the forms used under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), which helps employees take up to 12 weeks off for family or medical reasons without losing their jobs. This affects employers with 50+ workers, schools, and public agencies. Comments are open until July 27, 2026, and the goal is to keep the forms clear and useful without adding extra costs or hassle.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Up to 12 Weeks Job‑Protected Leave
If you work for a private employer that employs 50 or more employees, a public agency, or an elementary school, you may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job‑protected leave during any 12‑month period for certain family or medical reasons. The Department of Labor administers the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and provides optional forms to help employers and employees know their rights and meet their obligations under the law.
Paperwork Burden and Cost for Businesses
The Department estimates this information collection (OMB Control Number 1235-0003) will involve 7,223,061 respondents, 76,927,146 responses, 9,062,983 annual hours of burden, and $251,749,336 in annual other costs for the affected public (private sector businesses or other for‑profits). DOL is requesting OMB approval for this collection for three (3) years.
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