Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-13-2010
Abstract
Whether it’s a personal health condition, the birth of a new child, or the need to address a serious health issue of an aging parent, many, if not most workers, find that at certain points in their lives, they will need an extended amount of time off from work. We refer to this as Extended Time Off (EXTO). In addition, there is a growing body of research that outlines the potential benefits of paid time off for workers, their families (and in particular children), as well as some research suggesting a benefit to employers providing paid EXTO. While the U.S. provides 12 weeks of job protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act to some workers, this time off from work goes largely unpaid for most workers.
Recommended Citation
Zielewski, Erica H. and Boots, Shelley Waters, "Exploring Policy Models For Extended Time Off" (2010). Memos and Fact Sheets. 26.
https://scholarship.law.georgetown.edu/legal/26