Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama signed SB199, the Alabama Public Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025, into law, fulfilling a promise made in her state of the state address. The law provides paid parental leave for eligible public employees, including teachers and state workers. Female employees will receive eight weeks of paid leave, while male employees will receive two weeks. Adoptive parents will also be eligible for leave. The law includes a return-to-work provision, requiring employees to return for at least eight weeks after leave. State Sen. Vivian Figures and Rep. Ginny Shaver sponsored the bill. Governor Ivey praised their leadership and commitment to Alabama families and public servants. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Governor Ivey had called for the bill during her state of the state address, emphasizing the importance of supporting working families and public employees. The legislation reflects Alabama’s values and commitment to fostering stronger families. The bill passed with overwhelming support from the Alabama Legislature and was a recommendation from the Governor’s Study Group on Efficiency in State Government. The new law has been hailed as a significant step forward for working families in Alabama.
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