The bill amends RCW 49.46.210 to expand the reasons for which employees can use paid sick leave, specifically allowing for leave to prepare for or participate in judicial or administrative immigration proceedings involving the employee or their family members. This addition is marked by the insertion of new language in the existing law, which now includes this specific provision as a valid reason for taking paid sick leave. The bill also clarifies the verification process for such leave, allowing employees to provide documentation from various professionals involved in their immigration proceedings without disclosing personally identifiable information about their immigration status.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions regarding the accrual and use of paid sick leave, including the requirement for employers to provide at least one hour of paid sick leave for every forty hours worked, and the stipulation that employees can use accrued leave after 90 days of employment. It emphasizes that employers cannot retaliate against employees for using their sick leave rights and must provide regular notifications about the amount of paid sick leave available. Overall, the bill aims to enhance employee protections and support for those navigating immigration processes while ensuring that their rights to paid sick leave are upheld.