Qcera | LeaveSource® Releases New State Benefit Estimator Tool for PFML Programs

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Qcera has introduced the State Paid Benefit Estimator in its LeaveSource SaaS platform. With this new tool, leave administrators can now quickly calculate the estimated weekly benefit an employee could receive from their state's wage replacement program directly from LeaveSource. This tool empowers HR teams to coordinate payroll and leave administration as state leave regulations continue to evolve.

Navigating Paid Leave Across State Lines

When employees take leave, understanding how their income will be maintained is a primary concern. In recent workforce benefits research, 92% of employees indicated interest in paid family or medical leave. Federal FMLA protections do not guarantee wage replacement, leaving paid benefits to state programs with varying eligibility requirements and benefit amounts. Navigating these differences can be complex and time-consuming for HR teams. Qcera's State Paid Benefit Estimator simplifies the process by enabling leave administrators to quickly calculate estimated wage replacement benefits directly in LeaveSource – thereby eliminating the need for manual research across many sources.

The Evolving State Leave Landscape

As states introduce and expand paid family and medical leave (PFML) programs, employers face an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. In 2026, Maine launched its PFML benefits program, New Jersey eased NJFLA eligibility requirements, and Virginia's PFML program is set to take effect in 2028. For multi-state employers, navigating these evolving and overlapping regulations necessitates a unified approach to leave management.

Expanding Capabilities in State Leave Administration and AI Leave Planning

Qcera's new State Paid Benefit Estimator reflects the company's continued commitment to enhancing LeaveSource and simplifying leave administration across complex regulatory environments. In parallel, Qcera's Ask Que™ AI Leave Planner has been enhanced as informed by client feedback. Ask Que now supports employer-specific leave policies. This enhancement helps employees better understand their leave benefits holistically across federal law, state policies, and company leave programs.

About Qcera | LeaveSource^®

Qcera is the company behind LeaveSource^®, the premier leave and accommodations software platform trusted by enterprise HR teams across the United States. Qcera serves over 350 clients across all industries, including healthcare, education, public utilities, transportation, insurance, financial services, and municipal governments.

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