Arizona
Complete guide to Arizona leave laws including mandatory paid sick leave under Proposition 206. Updated for 2025.
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2025-01-15
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Entitlements overview
Annual leave
Statutory entitlement: 0
Calculation: No statutory requirement for vacation
Pro-rata: Per employer policy
Carryover: Per employer policy for vacation
Sick leave
Statutory: Yes
Paid days: 5
Statutory pay: Regular rate of pay
Eligibility: All employees in Arizona, 1-14 employees: 24 hours/year, 15+ employees: 40 hours/year, Accrual: 1 hour per 30 hours worked
Parental leave
Maternity: 12 weeks (FMLA only)
Paternity: 12 weeks (FMLA only)
Adoption: 12 weeks (FMLA)
Shared leave: 12 weeks combined under FMLA
Additional leave and compliance
Other leave types
Jury Duty: As needed (unpaid)
Voting Time: Up to 3 hours (paid)
Domestic Violence Leave: Can use earned sick time (paid)
Crime Victim Leave: As needed for proceedings (unpaid)
Record keeping and notice
Records: Maintain sick leave records for 4 years, Track accrual and usage, Document leave requests
Employer notice: Post workplace notice of sick leave rights
Employee notice: Advance notice when foreseeable
Penalties: Sick leave violations: $250 per violation minimum, Additional damages for retaliation
Public holiday sample
New Year's Day: 2025-01-01
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 2025-01-20
Presidents' Day: 2025-02-17
Memorial Day: 2025-05-26
Juneteenth: 2025-06-19
Independence Day: 2025-07-04
Frequently asked questions
How much paid sick leave do Arizona employees get?
Employees at companies with 1-14 employees earn up to 24 hours/year. Employees at companies with 15+ employees earn up to 40 hours/year. Accrual is 1 hour per 30 hours worked.
Can Arizona sick leave be used for family members?
Yes, Arizona sick leave can be used to care for family members, for domestic violence issues, or for public health emergencies.
Does Arizona have paid family leave?
No, Arizona does not have a state paid family leave program. Employees are limited to FMLA protections for larger employers.
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