DMEC Compliance

Where
St. Louis Union Station Hotel
St. Louis, MO
April 13-16, 2026

PFML Peculiarities –Parsing the Plethora of Unique PFML Provision

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
1:15-2:15 PM

The landscape of Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) is marked by a complex patchwork of state laws. While on the surface these laws seem very similar, each has its own distinctive provisions, eligibility criteria, benefit structures, and administrative mechanisms. With over twenty states and the District of Columbia having, implementing, or preparing to implement PFML programs, employers and HR professionals face significant challenges in navigating this nuanced regulatory environment. In this session, we will dissect the most notable differences among state PFML laws, highlight emerging trends, and provide practical guidance for compliance and administration across jurisdictions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Better understand the nuanced provisions within the statutory PFML landscape that can pose administrative challenges for employers with a multi-state workforce.
2. Provide guidance around how best to administer these provisions while ensuring compliance.
3. Highlight emerging trends in PFML regulations and provide a glimpse into the future and how to prepare your organization for the next wave of new PFML programs.

Speakers