Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee calls for 12 weeks paid leave for state employees who are new parents, caregivers The Citizen 6 years ago Tennessee will be the first state in the nation offering paid leave across all FMLA categories. Source: The Daily News Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Family Leave Announced for StateDateJanuary 13, 2020In relation toLascassasGov. Bill Lee is offering state workers 12 weeks paid family leave. How does that stack up?DateJanuary 9, 2020In relation toLascassasTennessee Senate passes 12-week family leave plan for state employeesDateMarch 23, 2023In relation toLascassas