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The start of the new year has seen changes to a few state paid sick leave programs and laws. Household employers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York should review these paid sick leave updates to ensure compliance with labor laws.<\/p><\/div>\n

Paid sick leave programs continue to grow in popularity with nine states and Washington, D.C. providing or planning to offer some sort of mandatory paid family and medical leave to employees.<\/p>\n

The start of 2021 has seen changes to a few of these paid sick leave programs.<\/p>\n

In Connecticut, employee contributions have started for that state\u2019s new paid family and medical leave program. Workers in Massachusetts can start taking paid sick leave in 2021. A new sick leave law went into effect for New York State. While in New York City, all household employees are now eligible for paid safe and sick leave.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at each of these states as they relate to household employment.<\/p>\n

Connecticut\u2019s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program<\/h2>\n

Employee payroll deductions began on January 1, 2021, for Connecticut\u2019s Paid Family and Medical Leave program<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Workers can start taking benefits in January 2022. The program provides paid leave for life events including the worker\u2019s own serious health concern; care for a child after birth, adoption, or foster placement; and care to a seriously ill or injured family member; among other reasons.<\/p>\n

The payroll deduction is 0.5% of wages. A household employee like a nanny earning $500\/week would likely see a $2.50 pre-tax deduction on their weekly paycheck.<\/p>\n

There is no employer contribution to the program. However, household employers will need to remit employee contributions on their behalf to the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority. Learn more about the process for employers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For clients of GTM Payroll Services, we will automatically make this deduction from your employee\u2019s pay and remit payments on your behalf to the state. There is nothing you need to do. However, you can always reach us at (800) 929-9213 with any questions.<\/p>\n

Massachusetts\u2019 Paid Family and Medical Leave Program<\/h2>\n

In Massachusetts, most benefits under the state\u2019s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program<\/a> became available to employees \u2013 including household workers \u2013 on January 1, 2021.<\/p>\n

Employees are eligible to take up paid leave (and how much they can take) for:<\/p>\n