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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS: Washington, D.C. Paid Sick Time

April 25, 2020

In the midst of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, the CDC has recommended that everyone take steps to protect themselves and their communities, including avoiding close contact with others. If you…

Staying Home from Work When You, A Child, or A Family Member Are Sick: Know Your Rights

March 6, 2020
City Laws, Paid Sick Time, State Laws

Eleven states guarantee paid sick time for yourself or to stay home with a sick family member: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington State, as well as D.C. Dozens of localities also guarantee paid sick time, including New York City, Westchester County, and several cities in California and Washington State—all areas highly affected by Coronavirus.

This Year in Paid Family and Medical Leave: A Look Back over 2018

December 10, 2018
Paid Family Leave

This year has brought some major advances in state paid family and medical leave laws across the country. But we won’t stop fighting until all workers across the country have the paid family and medical leave they need.

Talking to Your Boss About Your Pump: Washington D.C.

August 20, 2018

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Paid Family & Medical Leave Passes in D.C.!

December 20, 2016
Paid Family Leave

The D.C. Council passed a paid family and medical leave law today, which will provide private sector workers in D.C. with wage replacement for up to eight weeks to bond…

Talking to Your Boss About Your Bump: Washington, D.C.

November 15, 2016

This fact sheet focuses on the rights of pregnant workers in Washington, D.C. and can help you better understand and confront discrimination on the job.

Comparative Chart of Paid Family and Medical Leave Laws in the United States

November 1, 2015