SeaTac, WA Leave Laws
Complete guide to SeaTac's local sick leave ordinance and employer requirements.
Effective Since: January 1, 2014
No statutory cap
Max Accrual
No statutory cap
Usage Cap
1+
Min Employees
30,000+
Population
Overview
SeaTac's hospitality and transportation workers have additional protections including higher minimum wage.
Key Requirements
1
Accrual Rate
1 hour per 40 hours worked
2
Maximum Accrual
Employees can accrue up to No statutory cap of paid sick leave.
3
Waiting Period
Immediately usable before employees can use accrued time.
4
Carryover
Yes
Covered Uses
Employees in SeaTac can use sick leave for:
- ✓Employee illness
- ✓Care for family member
- ✓Domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking
Employer Obligations
- •Post required notice
- •Track hours worked and sick leave
✓ More Generous than State Law
- •No waiting period (state is 90 days)
- •Industry-specific protections for hospitality/transport
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Civil penalties.
Quick Reference
- City
- SeaTac, WA
- Population
- 30,000+
- Effective Date
- January 1, 2014
- Employer Threshold
- 1+ employees
Official Resources
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