AZ SB1756

Establishes a paid family and medical leave insurance program in Arizona beginning January 1, 2024, administered by the Industrial Commission of Arizona.

Provides eligible employees with up to 26 weeks of paid leave for serious health conditions and up to 24 weeks for childbirth/adoption, family care, military qualifying exigencies, and safe leave related to domestic violence or sexual abuse.

Requires employers and employees to contribute equally to fund the program starting January 1, 2023, with contribution rates set annually by the commission based on actuarial principles and fund balance requirements.

Guarantees job protection and health benefits continuation during leave, prohibits retaliation against employees who use benefits, and creates enforcement mechanisms including civil actions with damages up to three times actual economic damages plus attorney fees.

Establishes maximum weekly benefit of $1,000 (adjusted annually to 90% of state average weekly wage) with minimum of $100 per week, calculated based on employee's average weekly wage; program terminates July 1, 2031.