New Jersey: paid leave programs
Whether your state runs a paid family leave or disability insurance program, and what it covers.
| State program | Family Leave Insurance and Temporary Disability Insurance |
|---|---|
| What it covers | Yes - family leave and own disability |
| Status | Paying benefits |
| Official website | myleavebenefits.nj.gov |
| Federal rule | Federal FMLA gives eligible workers up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave. Private short- or long-term disability insurance may replace some pay. |
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How we checked this
Program status comes from a February 2026 benefits consultancy report and two other 2026 sources. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
Cross-checked sources agree Checked on official source confirmed on a government, court or legislature site From a statute-cited table one detailed source Under review sources disagree; read the note and the law.