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WA SB6199

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Samuel Hunt

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends RCW 50A.10.030 to modify how employer and employee contributions are distributed between family leave and medical leave premiums in Washington's Paid Family and Medical Leave program in response to federal tax guidance.

  • Changes the employee deduction limit for medical leave premiums from 45% to 100% of the premium required, while maintaining the 40% employee deduction limit for family leave premiums.

  • Maintains the existing overall premium split between employers and employees, only adjusting the internal allocation between family and medical leave components.

  • Employers may still elect to pay all or any portion of the employee's share of premiums for either family or medical leave benefits.

  • Employers with fewer than 50 employees remain exempt from paying the employer portion of premiums but may voluntarily participate to qualify for assistance under RCW 50A.24.030.

Legislative Description

Concerning contributions in the state paid family and medical leave program.

Last Action

First reading, referred to Labor & Commerce.

1/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor & Commerce1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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