Family Medical Leave Act
Sheera D. Oliver-Vaughn
University of Phoenix
My paper is on Family Medical Leave Act. I would like to discuss the five “W’s.” what is FMLA, why was FMLA enacted, who is covered under FMLA, when was FMLA enacted, and where is FMLA located? When I finished explaining these five W’s he or she will have a better understanding about FMLA. How the state system versus the federal system incorporates their laws?
What is FMLA?
The acronym for FMLA is Family Medical Leave Act. The Family Medical Leave was implemented in 1993 by the former, President Bill W. Clinton. Family means a person is related to him or her. Medical means a condition that needs to be treated by a licensed doctor. Leave means to be able to depart at any time.
Why was FMLA enacted?
Family Medical Leave Act was passed to allow eligible employees to work and take care of an ill family member. A family member is defined as a child, spouse, or parent who has a serious health condition. The Family Medical Leave Act was also, passed for the employee and not just his or her immediate family members. Family Medical Leave Act was passed because “Congress believed that employees who were temporarily unable to work due to serious medical conditions had insufficient job security.” (Zachary, M., 2004)
Who is covered under FMLA?
On the first day of commencement, an eligible employee, who is employed for a period of at least 12 months, is covered under the Family Medical Leave Act. One of the requirements is that he or she “must have worked at least 1,250 hours during the previous 12 months.” (Compensation & Benefits Report, 2000) Some states allow leave of absences ...