The Department of Family and Medical Leave oversees the Commonwealth’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program. This program provides temporary income replacement to eligible workers who are welcoming a new child into their family, are struck by a serious illness or injury, need to take care of an ill or ailing relative, and for certain military considerations.
Important Annual Updates
2025 Workplace Poster and Employer Notifications
2025 workplace poster and employer notification documents are now available. Learn more.
Changes to the Maximum Weekly Benefit Amount and Contribution Rates
Effective January 1, 2025:
- The maximum weekly benefit amount that you can receive in PFML benefits will be $1,170.64 per week. Learn more
- The contribution rate on eligible employee wages will be .88%. Learn more
The DFML 2024 Annual Report
The Department of Paid Family and Medical Leave of Massachusetts has published its FY2024 Annual report. Learn more
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Department of Family and Medical Leave - Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
Department of Family and Medical Leave - Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Department of Family and Medical Leave - Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
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