Oregon Employment Law: Worker Rights & Protections (2026)

Oregon provides strong worker protections with comprehensive anti-discrimination laws, paid family and medical leave, mandatory paid sick leave, and progressive wage requirements. Oregon is one of the most employee-friendly states in the nation.

Quick Facts: Oregon Employment Law

Key Oregon Protections

Oregon Anti-Discrimination Laws

Covers all employers:

• Race, color, national origin
• Religion, sex
• Sexual orientation, gender identity
• Age (18+)
• Disability
• Marital status
• Family relationships

Paid Leave Oregon

Comprehensive paid leave program:

• Up to 12 weeks paid leave
• 14 weeks for pregnancy complications
• For family, medical, and safe leave
• Nearly all workers covered

Oregon Sick Time Law

All employers must provide:

• 40 hours per year (paid for 10+ employees)
• 40 hours unpaid for smaller employers
• Accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours worked

Wage and Hour Laws

Minimum Wage (Tiered by Location)

2026 rates:

• Portland Metro: $15.95/hour
• Standard (most areas): $14.70/hour
• Rural areas: $13.70/hour

Overtime

Time-and-a-half after 40 hours per workweek.

Mandatory Breaks

• 30-minute meal break for 6+ hour shifts
• 10-minute rest breaks per 4 hours

Filing Complaints

Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI)

Phone: 971-673-0761 Website: oregon.gov/boli

EEOC Seattle District Office

Phone: 1-800-669-4000

Related Resources

• Oregon Wrongful Termination
• Oregon Workplace Discrimination
• Oregon Workers' Compensation
• Portland Employment Law

Legal Disclaimer

This guide provides general information about Oregon employment law and is not legal advice. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed Oregon employment attorney.

Official Resources:

• Bureau of Labor and Industries: oregon.gov/boli{rel="nofollow"} | 971-673-0761
• EEOC: eeoc.gov{rel="nofollow"} | 1-800-669-4000