Federal Register #1235-0003

Department of Labor Seeks Public Comment on FMLA Information Collection Extension

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division is seeking public comments on the proposed extension of its information collection requirements for the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor (DOL) - Wage and Hour Division - Purpose: - Request for public input on extending the current FMLA information collection requirements - No new products or services are being procured; this is a regulatory compliance activity - Forms Involved: - WH380E, WH380F, WH381, WH382, WH384, WH385, WH385V - Used to certify and administer FMLA leave for eligible employees - Key Requirements: - Maintain existing data collection requirements without changes - Solicit feedback on necessity, utility, clarity, and burden of these requirements - Seek suggestions for minimizing respondent burden, including through technology - Notable Details: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved - This is a request for information and comment, not a procurement of goods or services

Description

The Department of Labor is seeking public comments on a proposed extension of the information collection request related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993, as amended. This extension aims to continue the existing data collection without changes, ensuring compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act to minimize burden and improve clarity. The FMLA requires certain employers to provide unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying family and medical reasons, and the information collection includes various certification and notice forms used to administer these provisions. Comments are due by May 29, 2026.

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