The Guardian Absence Management Blog
Welcome to the Guardian Absence Management Blog. Get the latest regulatory news and information impacting employee leave, including federal and state legislative updates. Check back often, or sign up to receive a quarterly round-up of the latest news.

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Maine PFML begins May 1: Is your organization ready?
Maine PFML benefits begin May 1, 2026. Discover key insights about compliance, covered leave, benefit calculations, key steps to prepare, and more.
Apr 28, 2026Paid leave as a workforce strategy: How you can simplify administration and boost employee well-being starting today
Discover how Guardian’s paid leave rider, the PFML premium tax credit, and key insights can help you stay ahead in an evolving paid leave landscape.
Mar 19, 2026Minnesota PFML is Live: Your employer guide
Minnesota PFML is live. Learn what employers need to know about compliance and next steps.
Jan 29, 2026Paid Family and Medical Leave in 2026: What your organization needs to know
Explore key PFML updates for 2026 to help your organization navigate evolving paid leave laws and support employee well-being.
Jan 5, 2026Salute to Service: Key considerations for navigating military leaves
Learn how employers can better support service members and veterans in the workplace.
Dec 11, 2025How evolving worker expectations are driving organizations to re-examine leave management practices
Employee expectations around absence management are evolving. Learn how employers can help create a supportive, seamless leave experience.
Nov 25, 2025Technology and Absence Management: How ben tech can help improve the employee leave experience
Discover how benefits technology can help simplify absence management and improve the employee leave experience.
Nov 25, 2025Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave (CO PFML) updates
Learn about Colorado PFML updates for 2025 and steps employers can take to prepare.
Nov 7, 2025Unlocking the value of paid leave: How the Premium Tax Credit can help employers support their people
Learn about the Premium Tax Credit, its benefits for employers, and how it supports employee leave. Discover eligibility and coverage details.
Sep 25, 2025Webinar recap — Guardian’s Paid Leave Rider: Supporting the needs of today’s workforce
Learn how paid leave riders work, who they benefit, and how employers can enhance leave offerings.
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