Tag: caregiving

California Fathers Embrace Paid Family Leave with 1,905% Increase in Bonding Claims

20 Jun 2026 11:58 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

California's Paid Family Leave program sees a 1,905% surge in fathers taking bonding leave since 2004, now matching mothers' participation. Enhanced benefits and accessibility are fostering stronger family connections and shared caregiving responsibilities.

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California Fathers Embrace Paid Family Leave, Claims Soar by 1,905%

19 Jun 2026 2:27 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

California's Paid Family Leave program sees a 1,905% increase in bonding leave claims from fathers since 2004, with men now taking leave at rates comparable to mothers, strengthening family caregiving.

Politics and Government Business Health State Governments Employment and Labor Economy Social Issues Education California Paid Family Leave Fathers Parental Bonding Governor Gavin Newsom Employment Development Department Caregiving California Governors Office