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Paid sick leave.

Massachusetts · Paid sick leave

Rule name changed from not previously published to Massachusetts earned sick time. Summary changed from not previously published to Massachusetts earned sick time (MGL c.149, section 148C) accrues at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours a year, and can be used after 90 days. Employers with 11 or more employees must provide it as paid time; smaller employers provide it unpaid.. Requirement changed from not previously published to 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year; paid at employers with 11+ employees. Numeric amount changed from not previously published to 40. Minimum employer size changed from not previously published to 0 employees. Effective date changed from not previously published to Jul 1, 2015. Publication status changed from not previously published to active. Local guidance changed from not previously published to Massachusetts' minimum wage has stayed at $15.00 since January 1, 2023, with no further increase scheduled. The Wage Act is strict on pay timing: a discharged employee must be paid in full on the day of discharge, and late wages bring mandatory treble damages. Pay range disclosure in job postings began October 29, 2025 for employers with 25 or more employees, and PFML contributions stayed at 0.88% of eligible wages for 2026 while the maximum weekly benefit rose to $1,230.39.. Industry coverage changed from not previously published to not published.