Virginia Workers Shape New Paid Leave | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Virginia’s launching a major new Paid Family and Medical Leave program—here’s how you can help shape it. Starting this month, the Virginia Employment Commission is hosting nine virtual listening sessions to gather input on the rules for a program that’ll offer up to 12 weeks of paid, job-protected leave for key life events. The program, set to roll out in December 2028, lets workers take time off for family or medical reasons without fear of losing their jobs. Public comments are also open until July 15, 2026. Sessions cover workers, employers, self-employed folks, healthcare providers, and…