On Mar. 28, WAS LEG enacted bill on paid leave in declared emergency
WAS LEG approved Bill SB 5793 (HB 1991) to amend the Revised Code of WashingtonWAS LEG 49.46.210 and to add a new section, both relating to paid sick leave.
Paid Sick Leave
Employer or worker's child's school or place of care closes by order public official for any health-related reason or emergency declaration, employer must pay sick leave.
Amended definition of family member, child, spouse, grandparent, and grandchild.
The Department of Labor and Industries must develop materials and conduct outreach to in order to inform individuals and businesses of the new provisions of the act.
Legislative History
On Jan. 8, 2024, bill introduced in Senate; on Feb. 7, 2024, bill was passed in Senate.
On Feb. 9, 2024, bill delivered to House; on Feb. 27, 2024, bill was passed in House.
On Mar. 7, 2024, bill delivered to governor; on Mar. 28, 2024, bill signed by governor.
On Mar. 28, 2024, bill became Chapter 356 of laws of 2024, effective Jan. 1, 2025.
Effectiveness
Bill SB 5793 and companion bill HB 1991 are effective as of Jan. 1, 2025.
In May 2024, WAS LEG proposed to amend emergency paid sick leave rules, #214658.
Regulators
WAS LEG
Entity Types
CNSM; Corp
Reference
Ch. 356, Bill SB5793, HB1991, 3/28/2024; Citation: WAS LEG 49.46.210;
