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Paid sick leave initiative gaining traction

November 2023 employment law letter
Authors: 

Bonnie M. Boryca, Erickson | Sederstrom P.C.

As the 2024 elections approach, several ballot initiatives are gaining momentum in Nebraska, with one particular initiative standing out—Paid Sick Leave for Nebraskans. This initiative, if passed by the majority of Nebraska voters in November 2024, would significantly affect employers across the state. Here’s what you need to know to prepare for this potential change.

Key provisions

Accrual of paid sick leave. Under this initiative, all Nebraska businesses would be required to offer paid sick leave to employees. They would earn one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

Carryover of unused leave. Employees may carry over unused paid sick leave to the following year, but the amount shouldn’t exceed the maximum number of hours specified in the policy.

Protection from retaliation. The initiative would put into law the ability for employees to earn and use paid sick days without retaliation.

Effective date. If passed, paid sick leave would go into effect on October 1, 2025.

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