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AZ HB2328
Bill
Status
1/17/2012
Primary Sponsor
Chad Campbell
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AI Summary
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Requires employers to provide a minimum of one hour of paid sick and safe time for every thirty hours worked, with a maximum accrual cap of 72 hours per calendar year unless employers select a higher limit.
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Allows employees to use accrued paid sick and safe time for personal illness, family member care, public health emergencies, school closures, and absences related to domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
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Prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who use paid sick and safe time or file complaints, with a rebuttable presumption of unlawful retaliation if adverse action occurs within 90 days of protected activity.
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Requires employers to maintain records of hours worked and paid sick and safe time for five years, display notices in English and other languages spoken by at least 5% of workforce, and pay documentation costs if employees lack health insurance.
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Establishes enforcement through the Industrial Commission of Arizona with civil penalties of at least $250 for first violations and $500 for subsequent violations, plus payment of unpaid wages with interest and additional compensation equal to twice the owed amount.
Legislative Description
Sick and safe time
Last Action
Referred to House COM Committee
1/18/2012