Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) is a policy that provides employees with compensated time off to care for their own serious health conditions, bond with a new child or support a family member with a medical need. This program aims to balance workplace responsibilities with personal and family health needs. In Washington state, PFML policies are funded through both the employee and employer, and is designed to help workers maintain financial stability while addressing important life events.

Update!

As of Jan. 1, 2025, the premium rate will be 0.92%, up from 0.74% in 2024. 

Employers will contribute 28.48% of the total premium, while employees will pay 71.52% 

WA Cares

We’ve included WA Cares, Washington’s long-term care fund, in this toolkit since the reporting for that program is the same as Paid Family Medical Leave.

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