SB 4040

Abstract

Creates the Single Parents' Bill of Rights Act. Provides that an employee who is a single parent may take unpaid leave from work if the employee needs time off to care for a child's needs, tend to a child's education, or perform any duty a single parent may reasonably be responsible for. Provides that an employee shall be entitled to 5 days or 40 hours of unpaid time off per 12-month period. Provides that the employee shall provide the employer with at least 48 hours advance notice of the employee's intention to use the leave, unless providing such notice is not practicable. Creates provisions concerning using existing leave for duties of a single parent; prohibited discriminatory acts; enforcement; and notification.