Temporarily halts annual adjustments to the maximum weekly benefit for paid family and medical leave in Washington.

This bill temporarily suspends the annual adjustment to the maximum weekly benefit amount for paid family and medical leave in Washington. Specifically, it mandates that the maximum weekly benefit amount for calendar year 2027 remains unchanged from the amount determined by September 30, 2025, for calendar year 2026. The adjustment mechanism, which typically takes effect on January 1st, is paused for this period. The bill also sets a minimum weekly benefit of $100, with benefits prorated based on the number of hours worked.

Temporarily halts annual adjustments to the maximum weekly benefit for paid family and medical leave in Washington.

This bill temporarily suspends the annual adjustment to the maximum weekly benefit amount for paid family and medical leave in Washington. Specifically, it mandates that the maximum weekly benefit amount for calendar year 2027 remains unchanged from the amount determined by September 30, 2025, for calendar year 2026. The adjustment mechanism, which typically takes effect on January 1st, is paused for this period. The bill also sets a minimum weekly benefit of $100, with benefits prorated based on the number of hours worked.