Washington Leave Laws for Employers
Complete guide to Washington employee leave requirements, including sick leave, family leave, and FMLA compliance.
🤒Washington Paid Sick Leave Requirements
Accrual Rate
1 hour per 40 hours worked
Maximum Accrual
No statutory cap
Employer Threshold
1+ employees
Waiting Period
90 days
Carryover
Yes, up to 40 hours
Effective Date
January 1, 2018
Paid Sick Leave Law covers all Washington employers.
👨👩👧Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave
Maximum Duration
18 weeks
Wage Replacement
90% of wages for low earners (sliding scale)
Employer Threshold
1+ employees
Effective Date
January 1, 2020
Comprehensive PFML program. Up to 12 weeks family, 12 weeks medical, 18 weeks combined.
📋Other Washington Leave Requirements
Jury Duty Leave
Employers must provide leave for jury duty.
Voting Leave
No state law (vote by mail state).
Bereavement Leave
No state-mandated bereavement leave (may be covered under PFML for qualifying loss).
Domestic Violence Leave
Domestic Violence Leave Act provides reasonable leave for domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
⚖️FMLA in Washington
Washington PFML is more comprehensive than federal FMLA.
✅Washington Employer Compliance Checklist
- ✓Provide paid sick leave
- ✓Contribute to PFML program
- ✓Domestic Violence Leave Act compliance
- ✓Seattle and other cities may have additional requirements
🔔Recent Changes in Washington
PFML rates and caps adjusted annually.
🏢Washington Leave Guides by Industry
🏙️Washington Cities with Local Leave Laws
📋Washington Leave Types
👔Leave Management by Role
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