Bill > H2875

This bill establishes a universal sick leave bank policy for state agencies that creates standardized procedures for employees to donate and utilize sick leave. Under the proposed law, state agencies must develop rules for a sick leave bank where employees can contribute days, with each agency having discretion to allow donations on an as-needed basis. The bill mandates that agencies review sick leave applications carefully, ensuring that only employees with no history of sick leave abuse can access the bank. To be eligible, an applicant must provide adequate medical documentation proving a non-work-related illness or injury and must have exhausted all personal, vacation, and accrued leave. Any unused sick leave in the bank at the end of the year will be returned to contributors, with a maximum return of 25 days. Importantly, the bill specifies that these new provisions do not override existing collective bargaining agreements related to sick leave bank policies, preserving previous negotiated terms. The goal appears to be creating a more flexible and standardized approach to managing employee sick leave across state agencies while maintaining accountability and fairness.

Labor and Employment

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2875