Family Medical Leave Act

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the Family Medical Leave Act, or FMLA set up in the USA to allow working mothers and certain caregivers to be able to take a leave of absence from their jobs for the purpose of caring for newborns or other family members. The research presented discusses the application and implications of FMLA in order to provide a better understanding. The paper maintains that, while the government has a responsibility to look out for families, as it has done with FMLA, it also has a responsibility to protect businesses from excessive regulation.



Outline:
Introduction
Application of the Family Medical Leave Act
Implications of the Family Medical Leave Act
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"In 1993, the administration of President Bill Clinton created and passed the Family Medical Leave Act, or FMLA. This set of regulations was designed to allow working mothers and certain caregivers to be able to take a leave of absence from their jobs for the purpose of caring for newborns or other family members in need of care that the working caregiver would be providing (Canty, et al, 2007). While on the face, it would seem that this is an excellent way to facilitate the wellbeing of families, the application and implications of FMLA in some cases means something quite different to employers. This research will discuss the application and implications of FMLA; upon conclusion of the research, all facets of this legislation will be better understood."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Canty, K., & Sherwood, S. (2007). Expanding the Family Medical Leave Act. Policy Studies Journal, 35(3), 536+.
• United States Department of Labor (2008). Family Medical Leave Act Overview. Retrieved April 26, 2009 from the World Wide Web: http://www.dol.gov/esa/whd/fmla/.

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