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Paid Sick Leave: Pennsylvania

Learn Pennsylvania’s sick leave requirements, including how employer policies and local ordinances shape employee access to paid or unpaid sick time.

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by Michelle Barrett Falconer and Susie Wine, Littler

Staying compliant in Pennsylvania means navigating a complex patchwork of local sick leave laws—and HR teams can’t afford to miss a requirement.

Our guide gives HR professionals the clear, practical direction they need to confidently manage sick leave compliance across jurisdictions—helping you reduce risk, protect your workforce, and strengthen your organization’s reputation as a responsible, employee‑focused employer.

In this guide, learn about:

  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Local Requirements
    • Allegheny County Paid Sick Leave
    • Philadelphia Paid Sick Leave
    • Pittsburgh Paid Sick Leave
  • Future Developments

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

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Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania

Latest updates

Updated to reflect revised guidelines for administering the Pittsburgh paid sick leave law, effective January 1, 2026.

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