Paid Parental Leave Policy

The initial law on paid parental leave for state employees, N.C.G.S. 126-8.6, became effective July 1, 2023. Section 126-8.6 was revised by 2023 House Bill 190, Session Law 2023-65, before its effective date. This version of the Paid Parental Leave Policy includes the effect of the House Bill 190 revisions. Permanent rules were adopted effective August 1, 2024.

Session Law 2026-40, creating a new Human Resources Act which expands paid parental leave, was signed into law on July 7, 2026, and will be effective October 1, 2026. The policy will be updated to reflect the changes in law.