 Paid Leave rulemaking
Notice of adopted rules for Paid Family and Medical Leave
On January 14, 2026, the department filed a CR-103 and adopted a rule for Paid Family and Medical Leave to implement Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5525, which passed into law during the 2025 legislative session. The law exempts employees who are currently on Paid Family and Medical Leave from being subject to a mass layoff except under specific circumstances described in the law. The rule amendment references the new law under chapter 49.45 RCW.
The adopted rule and supporting documentation can be found on the program’s rulemaking page.
Appeal procedures are found in RCW 34.05.330. This communication constitutes the post-adoption notice required by RCW 34.05.362. For more information, contact us at [email protected]. |
