Business Leader Briefing with Senator Fischer: What Small Businesses Should Know About the Expanded Paid Leave Tax Credit – September 24

By SBE Council at 14 September, 2026, 9:57 am

11:00 AM ET
September 24, 2026

Providing competitive benefits like paid family and medical leave can be challenging for small businesses, but a recently expanded federal tax credit could help make it more affordable.

Join Public Private Strategies on September 24 at 11:00 AM ET for a virtual business leader briefing on the newly permanent and expanded Section 45S Employer Credit for Paid Family and Medical Leave.

The briefing will feature opening remarks from U.S. Senator Deb Fischer, who championed the creation and expansion of the credit, followed by a practical discussion with policy, insurance, and small business experts.

Attendees will learn:

✓ What Changed: Understand the 45S tax credit, who may qualify, and what its permanent expansion means for small and micro businesses.

✓ Understanding the New IRS Guidance: Learn what the latest guidance means for employers, including the ability to claim the credit based on qualifying paid family and medical leave insurance premiums.

✓ Putting the Credit to Work: Hear what small business owners should know when considering the credit and what questions to ask their accountant, benefits provider, or other trusted advisor.

✓ Q&A: Get answers to practical questions about the credit and where to go for additional information.