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California Teachers Get Paid Pregnancy Leave | Chico News
California teachers are finally getting paid pregnancy leave—up to 14 weeks—after years of forcing educators to choose between income and bonding with newborns. Backed by Governor Newsom and funded by tech stock option revenues, this landmark bill, delayed until January 2027, marks a major win for educators nationwide, especially women who’ve long planned pregnancies around summer breaks. While districts face cost hurdles, bipartisan support and private-sector comparisons underscore the overdue recognition of teachers’ vital role during life’s most pivotal moments. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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