This bill amends Alaska's paid sick leave requirements, mandating that employers with 50 or more employees provide a minimum of one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, with a cap of 56 hours per year unless a higher limit is set by the employer. The bill removes previous provisions that applied to employers with 15 or more employees and those with fewer than 15 employees, consolidating the requirements for larger employers. It also clarifies that paid sick leave will begin to accrue at the start of employment or on July 1, 2025, whichever is later, and allows for the carryover of unused sick leave to the following year.

Additionally, the bill outlines the permissible uses of paid sick leave, including for personal health needs, family care, and situations involving domestic violence. It emphasizes the confidentiality of health information and prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who utilize their sick leave. Employers are required to inform employees about their rights regarding paid sick leave at the start of employment or within 30 days of the bill's effective date. The bill also exempts seasonal workers from these requirements and establishes an effective date of July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
HB0161A, AM HB 161, introduced 03/28/2025: 23.10.066, 23.10.067, 39.52.960, 23.10.068, 23.10.069