SB6199 regulates employer and employee contributions to the Washington state paid family and medical leave program.

SB6199 details the collection and remittance of premiums for the Washington state paid family and medical leave program. Employers must collect premiums from employees through payroll deductions and remit them to the department. Employers can deduct up to 40% of the family leave premium and 45% of the medical leave premium from employee wages. Employers with fewer than 50 employees can elect to pay the employee's share of the premium and may qualify for assistance. The commissioner sets the total premium rate annually, ensuring it maintains a three-month reserve.

SB6199 regulates employer and employee contributions to the Washington state paid family and medical leave program.

SB6199 details the collection and remittance of premiums for the Washington state paid family and medical leave program. Employers must collect premiums from employees through payroll deductions and remit them to the department. Employers can deduct up to 40% of the family leave premium and 45% of the medical leave premium from employee wages. Employers with fewer than 50 employees can elect to pay the employee's share of the premium and may qualify for assistance. The commissioner sets the total premium rate annually, ensuring it maintains a three-month reserve.