US Federal Government Parental Leave Policy
Government & Public Sector · 2.1M employees
Policy Details
Eligibility
12 months minimum tenure required
Full-time only
Additional Benefits
✓ Equal adoption/surrogacy leave
✓ Federal Employee Paid Leave Act (FEPLA) since October 2020
✓ Must return for 12 weeks after leave or reimburse the government
Frequently Asked Questions
Does US Federal Government offer paid parental leave?
Yes, US Federal Government offers 12 weeks of paid leave for birth parents at 100% pay, and 12 weeks for non-birth parents at 100% pay. We give US Federal Government a grade of B for their parental leave policy.
How many weeks of maternity leave does US Federal Government provide?
Birth parents at US Federal Government receive 12 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their salary. Non-birth parents receive 12 weeks of paid leave.
Who is eligible for US Federal Government parental leave?
You must have worked at US Federal Government for at least 12 months to be eligible for parental leave benefits.
Does US Federal Government offer parental leave for adoption?
Yes, US Federal Government provides equal parental leave benefits for adoption as for birth parents.
How does US Federal Government's parental leave compare to other Government & Public Sector companies?
US Federal Government receives a grade of B for their parental leave policy. The average for Government & Public Sector companies in our database is 15.6 weeks for birth parents. US Federal Government offers 12 weeks.
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Source: opm.gov (verified 2025-03). Policies may vary by role, location, and employment type. Full disclaimer.