Paid FMLA Is Top Priority For Senate Democrats

HARTFORD, CT—It’s the number one priority of Democratic leadership in the state Senate this year, which gives lawmakers and advocates who support it hope.

This year’s paid Family and Medical Leave bill will be up for debate at a public hearing today, but advocates weren’t wasting any time Wednesday trying to get lawmakers’ attention. They were handing out cupcakes and Valentine’s reminding them why the issue is so important.

But some lawmakers didn’t need any convincing.

Rep. Matt Lesser, D-Middletown, said four years ago he was diagnosed with cancer and as a lawmaker he was able to take paid leave. He said he believes that ability should be extended to everyone.

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