The USA is one of 4 countries in the world that doesn't ensure paid maternity leave. They also offer the second smallest amount of leave. Our close neighbor, Canada, ensures a mother 50 weeks paid leave, compared to our 12. Further countries, such as Pakistan and South Africa, guarantee 12 weeks of paid leave. In a time where raising a child costs as much as ever, and family values are critical to the moral quality of our countries, maternity leave needs to be federally regulated to be paid, and at least 24 weeks.
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