This bill amends Alaska's labor laws by adding a new exemption for seasonal seafood processing workers from the minimum paid sick leave requirements outlined in AS 23.10.066 - 23.10.068. Specifically, it introduces a new subsection (d) to AS 23.10.069, which defines "seasonal seafood processing worker" as an employee hired for a specific period related to peak business needs, with a maximum duration of six months in each calendar year. The work performed by these employees includes tasks such as heading, gutting, separating, filleting, canning, and other activities aimed at preparing seafood for market.

By exempting seasonal seafood processing workers from the paid sick leave requirements, the bill aims to provide flexibility for employers in the seafood industry during peak processing seasons, potentially reducing operational costs associated with sick leave for temporary workers.

Statutes affected:
HB0375A, AM HB 375, introduced 03/04/2026: 23.10.069