Paid Sick Leave Victorious on State Ballots

In a recent vote, three states—Alaska, Missouri, and Nebraska—passed measures mandating paid sick leave for eligible workers, contributing to a growing movement to improve worker health protections. Currently, 15 states and Washington, D.C., have laws requiring paid sick leave for private employees, though no federal law mandates it.

 

In Alaska, employees now receive at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually, with larger employers offering up to 56 hours. Missouri grants one hour of paid leave per 30 work hours, with small businesses offering at least five days. Nebraska allows employees to accrue 40-56 hours of paid sick leave based on company size. Read more in The Hill here.