News DFML Announced Important Changes to Paid Family and Medical Leave

The Department of Family Medical Leave (DFML) announced important changes to the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program set for implementation on January 1, 2025.  

The changes will include a maximum weekly benefit amount increase to $20.74 from $1,149.90 to $1,170.64. The state average weekly wage will increase $32.41 from $1,796.72 to $1,829.13. Contribution rates for employers and employees will remain the same for 2025.  

Please note that employers are required to provide written notice of PFML benefits, contributions rates, and other provisions as outlined in M.G.L.c 175M § 4 to employees.  

These changes were announced by Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP on October 1, 2024. For more information on these adjustments, please click here. If you are interested in learning more about the PFML program, please click here. 

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