AN ACT CONCERNING THE ELIGIBILITY OF EMPLOYEES OF TRANSIT DISTRICTS FOR BENEFITS UNDER THE STATE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT.

This bill clarifies that employees of transit districts are classified as municipal employees for the purposes of the State Family and Medical Leave Act. By amending the legal definition of "municipality," the legislation ensures transit district workers are treated the same as other municipal employees regarding eligibility for state family and medical leave benefits. The change takes effect on October 1, 2026, and applies to all transit districts operating within the state. This update aligns transit district employees with existing protections and requirements under the state's family and medical leave framework.