April 28, 2021
President Biden on Thursday called for legislation providing 12 weeks of paid family leave for all Americans as part of his $1.8 trillion American Families Plan proposal to Congress.
“No one should have to choose between a job and paycheck or taking care of themselves and a loved one – a parent, spouse, or child,” Biden said in his speech before a joint session in the House chamber.
Biden’s American Family Plan calls for $225 billion to fund partial wage replacement for people taking leave because they or a family member are sick, welcoming a new child, or dealing with sexual assault or domestic violence.