2024 Leave Law Compliance Guide

Complete guide to leave law changes and compliance requirements for 2024, including new state paid leave programs and federal updates.

Key Changes for 2024

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Colorado FAMLI Program Active

Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance program is now fully active, providing up to 12 weeks of paid leave.

Effective: January 1, 2024States: Colorado
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Maine Paid Leave Begins

Maine's paid family and medical leave program launches, making it the 13th state with paid family leave.

Effective: January 1, 2024States: Maine
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Minnesota Paid Leave

Minnesota's paid family and medical leave program begins contributions.

Effective: January 1, 2024States: Minnesota

Federal Updates

PUMP Act Enforcement

The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act continues to expand lactation accommodations requirements.

Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

PWFA requires reasonable accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions.

State Updates

California

  • *Minimum wage increased to $16/hour, affecting sick leave pay calculations
  • *SB 616 expanded paid sick leave from 3 to 5 days (40 hours)

New York

  • *Paid Family Leave benefit increased to 67% of average weekly wage
  • *Maximum weekly benefit increased

Washington

  • *PFML premium rate adjusted
  • *Benefit calculation updated

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Check your state's labor department for complete requirements.

Action Items for 2024

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    Update California sick leave policies to 5 days minimumby January 1, 2024
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    Register for Colorado FAMLI if you have CO employeesby January 1, 2024
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    Review PUMP Act compliance for nursing mothersby Ongoing
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    Update PWFA accommodation proceduresby Ongoing

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