Illinois
Complete guide to Illinois leave laws including the Paid Leave for All Workers Act and VESSA. Updated for 2025.
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2025-01-15
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Entitlements overview
Annual leave
Statutory entitlement: 0
Calculation: No separate vacation requirement, but paid leave law provides 40 hours
Pro-rata: Per employer policy for vacation
Carryover: Per employer policy for vacation
Sick leave
Statutory: Yes
Paid days: 5
Statutory pay: Regular rate of pay
Eligibility: Most employees in Illinois, Accrual: 1 hour per 40 hours worked, Effective January 2024
Parental leave
Maternity: 12 weeks (FMLA only)
Paternity: 12 weeks (FMLA only)
Adoption: 12 weeks (FMLA)
Shared leave: 12 weeks combined
Additional leave and compliance
Other leave types
VESSA (Victims Economic Safety and Security Act): 12 weeks unpaid (unpaid)
Jury Duty: As needed (unpaid)
Voting Time: 2 hours (paid)
School Activities Leave: 8 hours per year (unpaid)
Blood Donation Leave: 1 hour (paid)
Record keeping and notice
Records: Maintain paid leave records for 3 years, Track accrual and usage
Employer notice: Post workplace notice of paid leave rights
Employee notice: 7 days notice for foreseeable leave
Penalties: Paid leave violations: $500 per offense, Up to $1,000 for repeat violations
Public holiday sample
New Year's Day: 2025-01-01
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 2025-01-20
Lincoln's Birthday: 2025-02-12
Presidents' Day: 2025-02-17
Casimir Pulaski Day: 2025-03-03
Memorial Day: 2025-05-26
Frequently asked questions
What is the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act?
Effective January 2024, this law requires employers to provide 40 hours of paid leave per year that can be used for any reason. Employees accrue 1 hour per 40 hours worked.
Can Illinois paid leave be used for any reason?
Yes, unlike traditional sick leave, Illinois paid leave can be used for any reason - vacation, sick time, personal needs, or any other purpose.
Does Illinois have paid family leave?
No, Illinois does not have a state paid family leave program. The new paid leave law provides 40 hours but not extended family leave.
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