And many more, given that opportunity, can't afford to take the time off. But Congress can and should do much more to support these workers and strengthen our economy by expanding paid family medical leave. Under my bill called the Family act, we would create a self-funded paid family medical leave insurance program. And it doesn't add one dime to the deficit. Based on successful state models. It works by establishing an independent trust fund supported by both the employee and the employer contributions of a small amount in their wages. (14:26–14:34)
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