Modifies the maximum duration of paid family and medical leave in Washington to improve program solvency.

The bill modifies the maximum duration of paid family and medical leave in Washington to improve program solvency. It reduces the maximum duration of paid family leave from 12 to 8 times the typical workweek hours over a 52-week period. It also reduces the maximum duration of paid medical leave from 12 to 8 times the typical workweek hours over a 52-week period. The combined total of family and medical leave may be extended to 14 times the typical workweek hours if the employee experiences a serious health condition. The adjusted maximum weekly benefit amount takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Modifies the maximum duration of paid family and medical leave in Washington to improve program solvency.

The bill modifies the maximum duration of paid family and medical leave in Washington to improve program solvency. It reduces the maximum duration of paid family leave from 12 to 8 times the typical workweek hours over a 52-week period. It also reduces the maximum duration of paid medical leave from 12 to 8 times the typical workweek hours over a 52-week period. The combined total of family and medical leave may be extended to 14 times the typical workweek hours if the employee experiences a serious health condition. The adjusted maximum weekly benefit amount takes effect on January 1, 2027.