Philadelphia, PA Leave Laws
Complete guide to Philadelphia's local sick leave ordinance and employer requirements.
Effective Since: May 13, 2015
40 hours
Max Accrual
40 hours per year
Usage Cap
10+
Min Employees
1.6 million+
Population
Overview
Philadelphia's ordinance only requires PAID sick leave for employers with 10+ employees. Smaller employers must provide unpaid leave.
Key Requirements
1
Accrual Rate
1 hour per 40 hours worked
2
Maximum Accrual
Employees can accrue up to 40 hours of paid sick leave.
3
Waiting Period
90 days before employees can use accrued time.
4
Carryover
Yes
Covered Uses
Employees in Philadelphia can use sick leave for:
- ✓Employee illness
- ✓Care for family member
- ✓Domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking
- ✓Public health emergency
Employer Obligations
- •Post required notice
- •Provide written notice at hire
- •Include sick leave info on pay stubs
- •Maintain records for 2 years
✓ More Generous than State Law
- •Pennsylvania has no state sick leave law
- •Philadelphia is one of few PA jurisdictions with requirement
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Civil penalties up to $2,000 per violation. Back pay and reinstatement.
Quick Reference
- City
- Philadelphia, PA
- Population
- 1.6 million+
- Effective Date
- May 13, 2015
- Employer Threshold
- 10+ employees
Official Resources
State Laws
Philadelphia employers must also comply with Pennsylvania state laws.
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