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Mandatory Paid Annual Leave for Employees

This act mandates employers to provide paid annual leave to employees. Workers will earn at least one hour of paid leave for every 25 hours worked, usable for any reason after 60 days of employment. This aims to improve working conditions and ensure time off for all employees.
Key points
Employers must provide at least 1 hour of paid annual leave for every 25 hours worked, up to 80 hours per year.
Leave can be used for any reason, and employers cannot demand a purpose or require employees to find a replacement.
Unused leave must be reimbursed upon separation from employment, and up to 40 hours can be carried over to the next year.
The act protects employees from discrimination for exercising their leave rights and requires employers to inform about their leave policies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7752
Sponsor: Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2]
Process start date: 2024-03-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PTO Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7752.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employers must provide at least 1 hour of paid annual leave for every 25 hours worked, up to 80 hours per year.
  • Leave can be used for any reason, and employers cannot demand a purpose or require employees to find a replacement.
  • Unused leave must be reimbursed upon separation from employment, and up to 40 hours can be carried over to the next year.
  • The act protects employees from discrimination for exercising their leave rights and requires employers to inform about their leave policies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Magaziner, Seth [D-RI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Labor