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Exploring the Relationship Between Paid Family Leave and the Well-being of Low-Income Families: Lessons from California

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This research report presents the results of a mixed-methods study that drew on California state administrative data and findings from focus groups with low-income working mothers to 1) explore how lower-income parents interact with California's PFL program and 2) better understand the relationship between PFL and key elements of family well-being, especially for economically disadvantaged families.

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