Who qualifies for FMLA leave?

To qualify for FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) leave, you must meet ALL of these requirements: **Employee Requirements:** 1. Worked for employer for at least 12 months (need not be consecutive) 2. Worked at least 1,250 hours in the 12 months before leave 3. Work at a location with 50+ employees within 75 miles **Employer Requirements:** - Private employers with 50+ employees - All public agencies (regardless of size) - All public/private elementary and secondary schools **Qualifying Reasons for FMLA:** - Birth and care of newborn child - Placement of child for adoption or foster care - Care for spouse, child, or parent with serious health condition - Your own serious health condition - Military caregiver or exigency leave **What You Get:** - Up to 12 weeks unpaid leave per year - Job protection (same or equivalent position) - Continued health insurance **Who Does NOT Qualify:** - New employees (less than 12 months) - Part-time employees under 1,250 hours - Employees of very small businesses - Key employees in some circumstances