This bill amends Alaska's labor laws to establish minimum paid sick leave requirements specifically for seafood processing workers. It mandates that employers in the seafood processing industry allow these workers to accrue a minimum of 12 hours of paid sick leave on the first day of each calendar month. However, seafood processing workers are restricted from using paid sick leave during their first 30 days of employment, and they cannot use more than 12 hours of paid sick leave each month or accrue more than 48 hours per year, unless their employer sets a higher limit.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing provisions regarding paid sick leave for all employees in Alaska. It clarifies that employers are required to provide paid sick leave benefits based on the number of employees they have, with specific accrual rates and limits outlined for both larger and smaller employers. The bill also includes provisions for the carryover of sick leave, reinstatement of accrued leave upon rehire, and the transfer of sick leave when employees move between locations or employers. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
SB0268A, AM SB 268, introduced 02/23/2026: 23.10.069
SB0268B, AM CSSB 268(CRA), introduced 05/11/2026: 23.10.066