Bill > SB5793

This bill amends the existing paid sick leave law in Washington state. Key provisions include: - Employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, and can use this leave for personal or family medical needs, as well as when their child's school or place of care is closed for health-related reasons or after a declared emergency. - The definition of "family member" is expanded to include grandparents, grandchildren, and individuals who regularly reside with the employee. - Transportation network company (TNC) drivers must also be provided with earned paid sick time, accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours of passenger platform time, which they can use for similar purposes. - The bill also requires the Department of Labor and Industries to develop materials and conduct outreach to inform individuals and businesses of the new provisions, which will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Business and Industry, Labor and Employment

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5793&Year=2023&Initiative=false