This bill introduces a new section to chapter 41.04 RCW, allowing state and local government employees to utilize their accrued paid leave as a supplemental benefit while on approved paid family and medical leave under Title 50A RCW. However, it stipulates that the combined total of the employee's family or medical benefits and supplemental benefits cannot exceed their salary or average hourly rate. Additionally, any leave paid as a supplemental benefit will not be included in the weekly claims submitted to the employment security department.

The bill also establishes an effective date of July 1, 2027, for these provisions to take effect. This legislation aims to clarify the use of supplemental benefits during family and medical leave while ensuring that employees do not receive more than their regular compensation during this period.