Law Summary
Definition of Paternity Leave
- Paternity leave allows a married male employee to be absent from work for seven (7) days without loss of pay.
- Purpose is to enable the employee to support his wife during recovery or nursing of the child after delivery or miscarriage.
Implementing Authorities and Regulations
- The Secretary of Labor and Employment, the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission, and the Secretary of Health are responsible for issuing rules and regulations.
- Such regulations must be issued within thirty (30) days from the effectivity of the Act.
Penalties for Violations
- Violators may be fined up to Twenty-five thousand pesos (P25,000).
- Imprisonment from thirty (30) days to six (6) months may be imposed.
- If the offender is a corporation or entity, penalties apply to responsible officers such as president, CEO, general manager, and partners directly responsible.
Protection of Existing Benefits (Nondiminution Clause)
- The Act shall not reduce any existing benefits under laws, agreements, contracts, or policies.
- Ensures that paternity leave benefits are in addition to any existing employee benefits.
Repealing Clause
- All laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, issuances, or parts inconsistent with the Act are repealed or modified accordingly.
Effectivity
- The Act takes effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in at least two national newspapers.