DuPage County Board approves 12-week paid parental leave policy

DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy and the county board announced the approval of a new policy to provide eligible employees up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

All full-time and part-time employees who have worked for the county for at least one year will be eligible to take leave to care for a newborn child or for adoption of a child younger than 18.

“Providing this benefit to our county employees is an important step in supporting the well-being of our workforce,” Conroy said. “This policy will allow new parents to take the time they need to bond with their child without financial stress. We’re investing in our staff’s personal and professional success and ensuring that DuPage County can attract and retain great employees.”

The county board approved the policy at its Nov. 26 meeting and takes effect immediately.