Legislation signed by outgoing Governor Phil Murphy earlier this month dramatically expands the scope and application of the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA). Under A3451/S2950, effective July 17, 2026, more employers are subject to the law, and more employees qualify for job-protected leave.
In addition, the amendments address the receipt of Temporary Disability Benefits (TDB) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) and may provide job-protected leave for those who receive these benefits—though questions remain and further guidance is expected on this point.
The Bottom Line
While further guidance and clarification are anticipated, all New Jersey employers—even those with only a single employee in the State—should review their leave and PTO practices and policies and begin taking steps to bring those policies and practices into compliance with the changes.
On January 17, 2026, outgoing Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (A3451/S2950), which will expand dramatically the scope and application of the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA). More employers will be subject to the law, and more employees will qualify for job-protected leave. These changes are effective July 17, 2026.
In addition to these changes, the amendments address the receipt of Temporary Disability Benefits (TDB) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) and may provide job protected leave for those who receive these benefits, although questions remain on this point and further guidance is expected.
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