We wanted to remind Massachusetts employers that the contribution rates for the PFML will remain unchanged for 2025, according to the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development.

• For employers with 25 or more employees, the overall contribution rate will stay at 0.88% of eligible employee wages for employers with 25 or more covered individuals.
  • Family leave: Up to 100% of the family leave contribution can be withheld from a covered individual’s wages (0.18% of eligible wages).
  • Medical leave: Up to 40% of the medical leave contribution can be withheld from a covered individual’s wages (0.28% of eligible wages). Employers are responsible for contributing the remaining 60% (0.42% of eligible wages).

• For smaller employers, with fewer than 25 covered individuals, the rate will remain at 0.46%.
  • Family leave: Up to 100% of the family leave contribution can be withheld from a covered individual’s wages (0.18% of eligible wages).
  • Medical leave: Up to 100% of the medical leave contribution can be withheld from a covered individual’s wages (0.28% of eligible wages). There is no employer share for employers with fewer than 25 covered individuals.

• Employers are required to provide written notice to their employees about the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) benefits, contribution rates, and other provisions, including any changes.

• The DFML has provided the following resources for employers: 
  • Workplace Poster
  • Notice for workforce with 25 or more covered individuals
  • Notice for workforce with fewer than 25 covered individuals
  • Notices for self-employed individuals
  • Rate sheets for employers

For additional information, please visit MA Paid Family and Medical Leave

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