<p>Paid family and medical leave provides working ‘ohana with paid time off from work to care for and bond with a new keiki or to address caregiving needs for loved ones.</p>
<p>Paid family and medical leave supports workers in balancing work and family kuleana by allowing workers to take time off without sacrificing income.</p>
<p>Here in Hawai‘i, where most ‘ohana are living paycheck to paycheck, it is critical that our state provide such support for our communities so that ‘ohana are able to thrive and not just survive.</p>