Washington PFML job protection expands to employers with 15+ employees
- Jurisdiction
- Washington
- Topic
- Paid leave
- Effective date
- 2027-01-01
- Who it covers
- Employers with 15+ employees
- Status
- Verified against an official source
The law, summarized
- In 2027, Washington PFML job protection applies to employers with 15 or more employees.
- The employee must have worked for the employer at least 180 calendar days before leave.
- Returning employees must be restored to the same or an equivalent job.
StateHR Take · AI-generated analysis, not legal advice
Who should act: Employers with 15+ employees with workers in Washington. Update the leave policy in your handbook, payroll accrual or contribution settings, and any required notices by 2027-01-01. Confirm the details in the official source before acting.
Generated 2026-10-15T18:41-05:00
Official sources
- paidleave.wa.govhttps://paidleave.wa.gov/job-protection-requirements-for-employers/