NYS Paid Family Leave 2021 Changes
Starting January 1, 2021, the number of weeks eligible employees can take to bond with a new child, care for a sick family member, or assist loved ones when a family member is deployed for active military service is 12 weeks.
Note: If an employee is on PFL that crosses from 2020 into 2021, the benefit and amount of leave time will remain at the 2020 levels.
The benefit amount increases from 60% to 67% of the employees’ average weekly wage up to 67% of the statewide average weekly wage of $1450.17. The maximum weekly benefit for 2021 is $971.61.
The 2020 contribution rate will increase from 0.270% to 0.511% of the employee’s gross wages. The maximum annual contribution amount will increase from $196.72 to $385.34. This rate increase will begin with the pay date of January 15, 2021.
Click here to view the NYS PFL Policy
If you have questions please contact HR at x6497 or by email clarksonhr@clarkson.edu.
Thank you,
Human Resources