The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA), which became effective February 5, 1994, entitles City of New York eligible and approved employees to up to a maximum of 12 weeks of paid and/or unpaid leave in a 12-month period to care for an immediate family member or for the serious illness of the employee.

Basic City health coverage and several Fund benefits, paid for by the City and the Fund respectively, will continue for both the member and eligible dependents for up to a maximum of 12 weeks. These benefits include:

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Superimposed Major Medical
• Dental Care
• Vision Care

See the FMLA FAQ
Download this section of the Fund booklet (PDF)
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