Everett, Washington
Paid family & medical leave.

Washington · Paid family & medical leave

Rule name changed from not previously published to Washington paid family and medical leave. Summary changed from not previously published to Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave is funded by a premium of 1.13% of gross wages in 2026 (up to the Social Security wage cap), split 71.43% employee and 28.57% employer; the employer share applies only to employers with 50 or more employees. Workers with 820 hours in the qualifying period can receive up to 90% of their weekly pay, up to a 2026 maximum of $1,647 per week.. Requirement changed from not previously published to Premium 1.13% of gross wages in 2026; benefits up to $1,647 per week. Numeric amount changed from not previously published to not published. Minimum employer size changed from not previously published to 0 employees. Effective date changed from not previously published to Jan 1, 2026. Publication status changed from not previously published to active. Local guidance changed from not previously published to Washington has the highest state minimum wage in the country ($17.13 in 2026) and allows no tip credit. Its exempt salary threshold is also the nation's highest - $80,168.40 in 2026, set at 2.25 times the minimum wage at every employer size and scheduled to reach 2.5 times in 2028. Paid family and medical leave premiums rose to 1.13% of wages in 2026, with a maximum weekly benefit of $1,647. Several Puget Sound cities set wages well above the state rate.. Industry coverage changed from not previously published to not published.