Paid Parental Leave (PPL)

The Federal Employee Paid Leave Act, enacted in December 2019, allows eligible federal employees to use up to 12 administrative workweeks of Paid Parental Leave (PPL) in connection with a qualifying birth or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.

Paid Parental Leave may be used as a substitute for unpaid leave taken under the Title 5 Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), subject to eligibility requirements and applicable agency policy.

Eligibility, usage, and approval of Paid Parental Leave are governed by federal law and agency guidance. Individual circumstances may affect availability and application.

Employees are encouraged to review current official guidance and consult appropriate agency resources to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.

Additional Information

For official information regarding Paid Parental Leave, employees may review guidance published by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and their employing agency.