As Virginia begins implementing its new Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program, the Virginia Retail Federation is working to ensure that the perspectives and operational realities of employers are considered throughout the process.
VRF has submitted the following public comments to the Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) as it develops the regulations and administrative framework for the new program.
Business owners and employers can also share their individual perspectives by participating in one of the VEC’s upcoming virtual listening sessions. Learn more and register here.
This is one of the many behind-the-scenes ways VRF represents its members and advocates for practical, workable policies for Virginia businesses.
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Related Resources
- Virginia Employment Commission’s upcoming virtual listening sessions.
Learn about the Virginia Employment Commission’s rulemaking process, upcoming listening sessions, and opportunities for employers to participate in shaping the new PFML program. - Virginia’s Employment Law Reset: Eight Changes That Affect Every Virginia Employer
Review eight major employment law changes from the 2026 General Assembly, including Paid Family & Medical Leave, paid sick leave, pay transparency, and other important compliance updates. - July 1 New Laws Compliance Checklist
Here is a consolidated action checklist of changes from the July 1 new laws, organized by business profile. - VRF News & Updates
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