POLITICSJul 28 · 09:00 UTCKFF HEALTH NEWSAnnie Sciacca

Newsom Reverses on Long-Sought Paid Leave Benefit for Teachers in California

California Governor Gavin Newsom reversed his stance to support a new paid pregnancy leave program for public school and community college employees, providing up to 14 weeks of paid leave. Previously, he vetoed similar proposals in 2019 and 2024, but lawmakers now approved the policy as part of the state budget, citing improved financial conditions.

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