Arizona Paid Leave Preemption Law: Statewide Employment Preemption Rules (2026)

Full Breakdown

Proposition 206 added ARS 23-371 through 23-381, requiring employers to provide earned paid sick time at one hour per 30 worked, capped at 24 or 40 hours depending on employer size. ARS 23-204 preempts cities from creating different paid leave rules for private employers. Local governments still regulate their own employees. The Industrial Commission of Arizona enforces sick time rules and investigates retaliation, with civil penalties for noncompliance.

Violations & Penalties

Employers denying earned sick time face civil penalties starting at $250 per violation and reinstatement orders for retaliation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can cities require paid family leave?

No. State preemption blocks cities from imposing paid family leave rules on private employers in Arizona.

Do small employers qualify?

Yes. Employers with fewer than 15 employees must provide up to 24 hours of paid sick time annually.

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Arizona Paid Leave Preemption and Statewide Standard