Arizona Statewide Rule
Arizona Paid Leave Preemption and Statewide Standard
Key Facts
- Statewide Earned Paid
- Statewide earned paid sick time required by Prop 206
- Accrual Rate Of
- Accrual rate of one hour per 30 worked
- Cap Of 24
- Cap of 24 or 40 hours by employer size
- Local Paid Leave
- Local paid leave mandates beyond state law preempted
Summary
Arizona preempts most local paid leave mandates, while requiring statewide earned paid sick time under Proposition 206 and ARS 23-371.
The regulation of employee benefits, including nonwage compensation, paid and unpaid leave and other absences, meal breaks and rest periods, is of statewide concern. The regulation of nonwage employee benefits pursuant to this chapter and federal law is not subject to further regulation by a city, town or other political subdivision of this state.
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?
Do small employers qualify?
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