The U.S. Department of Labor issued a Final Rule today revising the definition of “spouse” under the FMLA. The Final Rule, which takes effect on March 27, 2015, makes it clear that eligible employees who are in same-sex marriages that were legal in the state in which the marriage was entered qualify as “spouses” under the FMLA regardless of whether or not the state in which they reside or work recognizes same-sex marriages. This change from “state of residence” to a “place of celebration” can be found at 29 CFR Section 825.102 and 122(b). Continue reading “United States Department of Labor Announces Final Rule Regarding Definition of Spouse Under the FMLA” →