California workers who take time off to care for themselves after childbirth or for other issues are receiving more money this year, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Jan. 2.
Starting New Year’s Day, the state increased paid family leave and disability benefits to historic levels, giving those who earn less than $63,000 a year up to 90 percent of their regular wages while they are on leave.
Workers earning above that amount will get up to 70 percent of their wages.
The increase applies to new claims filed on or after Jan. 1, according to the governor’s office.
“Expanded paid family leave benefits are about making it easier for Californians to care for themselves, bond with a new child, and care for their families without worrying about how they’ll pay the bills,” Newsom said in a statement Thursday….