parental leave
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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The U.S. lacks many common family policy programs found in Europe, including cash transfers for families with children, income support during parental leave, and subsidized childcare.
From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2026
HR consultant Rachel Lucas said about 75% of businesses in Jersey had fewer than 10 staff, which meant parental leave requests often had a big impact.
From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026
What’s more, we’re one of the only countries in the entire world that does not mandate any paid parental leave, alongside Papua New Guinea, the Marshall Islands, Tonga, and just a few others.
From Slate • Jan. 9, 2026
Access to childcare can be highly dependent on your postcode, campaigners say, and parental leave pay fluctuates wildly, depending on the generosity of employers, while others rely solely on statutory maternity and paternity leave pay.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025
It isn’t unheard of for members of Congress to require lengthy absences due to accidents, surgeries, chronic or mental-health issues, family emergencies or parental leave.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025
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