The Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave has issued an update on the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Program: Final Regulations - a copy of the regulations filed with the Secretary of State's office is available on the DFML website. Bond Form and Instructions – If an employer is seeking an exemption from making PFML contributions as a self-insured employer, the employer must complete an exemption application and furnish a bond running to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in an amount based upon the employer's Massachusetts workforce size. The Department has provided a bond form and instructions for completing the form on its website. Additional information on the PFML, including a Q &A for employers and employees can also be found on The Department of Family and Medical Leave website. To sign up for email updates and news from the Massachusetts Department of Family and Medical Leave, please click here. Source: Department of Family and Medical Leave |