H.R.3090 - Interstate Paid Leave Action Network Act of 2025; I–PLAN Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3090, the Interstate Paid Leave Action Network Act of 2025 (I-PLAN Act), aims to establish a network supporting the development and adoption of an interstate agreement for paid family and medical leave programs. The goal is to streamline benefit delivery, reduce administrative burdens, and coordinate state programs, benefiting employees, states, and employers. The bill authorizes grants to a national intermediary and to eligible states to facilitate the implementation and administration of the I-PLAN agreement.
Expected Effects
The likely effect of this bill is the creation of a more harmonized system of paid family and medical leave across participating states. This would simplify compliance for employers operating in multiple states and make it easier for employees to access benefits, regardless of where they work or live. The bill also sets up a framework for states to coordinate their programs and share data, potentially improving program integrity and reducing fraud.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined benefit delivery for employees working across state lines.
- Reduced administrative burden for employers operating in multiple states.
- Enhanced coordination and harmonization of state paid leave programs.
- Improved program integrity through data sharing and standardized technology.
- Support for small businesses in affording employer payroll contributions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased federal oversight of state paid leave programs.
- Possible challenges in achieving consensus among states on policy and administrative standards.
- Risk of the national intermediary not effectively facilitating the I-PLAN.
- Potential for increased costs to states for participating in the I-PLAN.
- Uncertainty regarding the long-term sustainability of the I-PLAN.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill's constitutional alignment is based on the Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8), which grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce. By facilitating the coordination of state paid leave programs, the bill aims to reduce burdens on businesses operating across state lines, thus promoting interstate commerce. The Tenth Amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, but the bill incentivizes rather than mandates state participation, potentially mitigating concerns about federal overreach.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).