PAID FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE

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Paid Family and Medical Leave is a new benefit for Washington workers. It’s here for you when a serious health condition prevents you from working or when you need time to care for a family member, bond with a new child or spend time with a family member preparing for military service overseas.

Paid time off. Peace of mind.

Paid Family and Medical Leave lets you take paid time off when you need it most, offering stability and peace of mind so you can focus on what matters.

How to take Paid Leave

1. Find out how Paid Leave works

   Find out when you can take Paid Leave, how much time you can take off, how much pay you’ll receive and more.

2. Get ready to apply

   Use our step-by-step guide to get ready to apply for leave, whether you’re applying for yourself or on behalf of someone else.

3. Apply

   Get started on the application process—and make sure now is the right time to apply.