Alaska Paid Sick Leave Established by 2024 Voter Initiative

Effective July 1, 2025, employees in Alaska accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, capped at 40 hours per year for small employers and 56 hours per year for larger employers. The law is administered under the Alaska Wage and Hour Act in AS 23.10 by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Employers must maintain accrual records and post notices. Cities and boroughs may adopt more generous local leave provisions, as state law does not preempt stronger local standards.

Failure to provide accrual or retaliation against use can trigger back leave restoration, damages, and civil penalties.