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HB 1351 establishes a statewide program for employee leave related to family and medical obligations. It requires employers to provide at least 30 days of unpaid leave for specified purposes, including attending to personal health conditions, caring for family members, and addressing issues related to family violence or sexual assault. Employers who already provide paid leave must allow its use for these purposes. The bill introduces wage replacement benefits funded by employee contributions and administered by the Texas Workforce Commission, with reporting requirements and rules for implementation.
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