Contributions to Oregon's Family Medical Leave Begin in September

On August 9, 2019, former Governor Kate Brown signed House Bill 2005 into law. This new law establishes a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program. Pacific University is approved to offer a private equivalent plan through The Standard,which comprehensively reviews the following university programs; Leaves of Absences, Short Term Disability, State Paid Leave Benefits, Long-Term Disability, and Accommodations.

Beginning with paychecks in September, paid leave benefits will be funded with payroll contributions. The cost of OR PFML is set at 1% of a covered individual’s wages up to $132,900, adjusted annually by the Consumer Price Index West Region. The cost will be 60% employee paid and 40% employer paid. This will be seen as a calculated deduction on employee paystubs.

Almost all Oregon employees are covered under the Oregon Paid Family Medical Leave Program.

Please visit the Human Resources webpage for OR PFML for additional information and eligibility requirements.