The Senate on Thursday passed a law that establishes rights of new work for victims of domestic violence that will help victims keep their jobs and increase economic productivity. The sound is 34-0. The beak has extensive support from advocacy organizations and the business community.
“When I hear this Bill Committee, it was soon obvious that something needs to be done,” said Senator Wolf (D – Harwich). “Give away from work for victims of domestic violence is absolutely the right thing to do and is part of the reforms I believe it is necessary to ensure the Commonwealth has a healthy, safe and productive workers and working environment.”
The Bill requires employers with 50 or more employees in order for up to 15 days leave, with or without pay, for each employee who is a victim of domestic violence or staying with family members who are victims of domestic violence. Employees can use the permission to get medical attention, counselling, housing, protection orders, and other legal assistance.
Employers must keep all information about employees leaving a secret. The employee must exhaust all leave are available, such as vacation and sick time, before seeking leave was established under this Bill; However, employers may ignore these requirements.