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New rights for parents of seriously ill children

The law of 12 June 2026 doubles the leave granted when a child is diagnosed with a serious illness (from 5 to 10 days), extends the daily parental presence allowance and removes the cap on "Mon soutien psy" (psychological support scheme) sessions for minors with a long-term condition.

Impact on public finances

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Effective date
14 June 2026

Measure impact

Diagnosis leave increased from 5 to 10 days. Duration of the AJPP (daily parental presence allowance) extended from one year to 14 months; AJPP available for shared residence 18 months after enactment. Unlimited psychologist sessions for minors with a long-term condition (ALD) under a care protocol. Coverage of occupational therapists, psychomotor therapists, dietitians and a neuropsychological assessment. Pilot schemes on the AEEH and the mobility inclusion card.

Official references

Law number: Loi n° 2026-492 du 12 juin 2026
Official Journal: JORF n° 0137 du 13 juin 2026

Procedure timeline

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14 June 2026

Administrative implementation

Application

Entrée en vigueur de la mesure et mise en œuvre par l'administration

Entrée en vigueur des dispositions d'application immédiate
Completed
12 June 2026

President of the Republic signature

Promulgation

Publication au Journal officiel

Promulgation de la loi n° 2026-492