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Comprehensive guide to Oregon leave laws covering Paid Leave Oregon, sick time, and employee leave rights.
Oregon has one of the most comprehensive leave programs in the nation with Paid Leave Oregon and mandatory sick time for all workers.
Quick Facts: Oregon Leave Laws
| Leave Type | Duration | Paid? | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paid Leave Oregon | 12-14 weeks | Yes | Nearly all workers |
| Oregon Sick Time | 40 hours/year | Yes (10+ emp) | All employers |
| OFLA | 12 weeks | No | 25+ employees |
| FMLA | 12 weeks | No | 50+ employees |
Paid Leave Oregon
Comprehensive Paid Leave
Effective 2023:
- Up to 12 weeks paid leave
- 14 weeks for pregnancy complications
- Wage replacement (up to cap)
Qualifying Reasons
- Own serious health condition
- Care for family member
- Bond with new child
- Safe leave (domestic violence, harassment)
Nearly Universal Coverage
Most Oregon workers are covered.
Oregon Sick Time
All Employers Must Provide
- 40 hours per year
- Paid for employers with 10+ employees
- Unpaid for smaller employers
- 1 hour per 30 hours worked
Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA)
Job-Protected Leave
- 12 weeks unpaid
- Employers with 25+ employees
- For serious health conditions, family care
Finding Legal Help
- Paid Leave Oregon: paidleave.oregon.gov
- BOLI: oregon.gov/boli
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Legal Disclaimer
This guide provides general information about Oregon leave laws and is not legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is comprehensive Paid Leave?
Effective 2023: Up to 12 weeks paid leave 14 weeks for pregnancy complications Wage replacement (up to cap)
What is qualifying Reasons?
Own serious health condition Care for family member Bond with new child Safe leave (domestic violence, harassment)
What is nearly Universal Coverage?
Most Oregon workers are covered.
What is all Employers Must Provide?
40 hours per year Paid for employers with 10+ employees Unpaid for smaller employers 1 hour per 30 hours worked
What is job-Protected Leave?
12 weeks unpaid Employers with 25+ employees For serious health conditions, family care
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