Staff Publications State Paid Family and Medical Leave Laws Subject: Business & Economic Development Health Care & Health Insurance Insurance Labor & Employment Public Health Published: April 4, 2023 Agency: Legislative Council Staff To date, Colorado and ten other states have enacted paid family and medical leave laws. The other states include California, Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Washington. However, the New Hampshire is voluntary for employers and relies on tax incentives for businesses to contribute. In addition, Hawaii has a paid medical leave law that does not extend to family leave. This memorandum provides a summary of the major components of the paid family and medical leave laws in each of these states. Download Document
