Labor Law
Boston Compliance Reminder: MA Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)
Panko Compliance · July 19, 2026
Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) is a state-administered benefit funded by mandatory contributions from employers and employees. It provides up to 12 weeks of paid family leave + up to 20 weeks of paid medical leave (capped at 26 total weeks per benefit year). Benefits started July 2021; the rate has adjusted annually since. Penalties: Failure to register or report: $1,000 per occurrence + back contributions + interest. Full compliance guide: alerts.getpanko.app/compliance/boston/paid-family-medical-leave
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