This bill amends RCW 41.04.665 to authorize shared leave for employees who are absent due to immigration enforcement actions affecting themselves or their family members. Specifically, it adds a new provision allowing employees to take leave if their absence is related to "immigration enforcement action," which includes detainment, participation in judicial or administrative proceedings, deportation, or hardships due to family separation. The bill also stipulates that if an employer requests verification for leave taken under this new provision, they must ensure that no personally identifiable information about a person's immigration status is disclosed, and such information will remain confidential.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "family member" for the purposes of shared leave, expanding it to include various relatives and individuals who regularly reside in the employee's home. The amendments also maintain existing provisions regarding the conditions under which shared leave can be granted, including the requirement that the employee has depleted or will shortly deplete their leave reserves. Overall, this legislation aims to provide support for employees facing challenges related to immigration enforcement actions while ensuring their privacy and confidentiality.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 41.04.665