Jackson Lewis: Washington State Amends Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Waiting Period | Practical Law

Jackson Lewis: Washington State Amends Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Waiting Period | Practical Law

This Law Firm Publication by Jackson Lewis P.C. states that the Washington Employment Security Department has amended regulation WAC 192-500-185 to no longer require the Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) waiting period for birth parents requiring medical leave immediately following the birth of a child. The waiting period will also no longer count against employees' leave entitlement. This amendment becomes effective June 9, 2022.

Jackson Lewis: Washington State Amends Paid Family and Medical Leave Act Waiting Period

by Jackson Lewis P.C.
Published on 01 Jun 2022 • Washington
This Law Firm Publication by Jackson Lewis P.C. states that the Washington Employment Security Department has amended regulation WAC 192-500-185 to no longer require the Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) waiting period for birth parents requiring medical leave immediately following the birth of a child. The waiting period will also no longer count against employees' leave entitlement. This amendment becomes effective June 9, 2022.
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