Leave policy guide

Nevada

Complete guide to Nevada leave laws including paid leave (SB 312), domestic violence leave, and FMLA requirements in NV.

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Annual leave

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Public holidays

state

Location type

2025-01-15

Reviewed

Legal framework

Primary legislation

Nevada SB 312 (Paid Leave)

Governing body

Nevada Department of Business and Industry

Last updated

2025-01-01

Official source

Entitlements overview

Annual leave

Statutory entitlement: 0

Calculation: No state requirement for vacation. Paid leave under SB 312.

Pro-rata: Per employer policy

Carryover: Per employer policy

Sick leave

Statutory: Yes

Paid days: 40

Statutory pay: 100% of regular rate

Eligibility: Employers with 50+ employees, Accrue 0.01923 hours per hour worked, Can use for any reason

Parental leave

Maternity: 12 weeks (FMLA)

Paternity: 12 weeks (FMLA)

Adoption: 12 weeks (FMLA)

Shared leave: 12 weeks combined

Additional leave and compliance

Other leave types

Domestic Violence Leave: 160 hours per year (unpaid)

Jury Duty: As needed (unpaid)

Military Leave: Per USERRA (unpaid)

Voting Leave: 1-3 hours depending on distance (paid)

Record keeping and notice

Records: Maintain paid leave records for 1 year

Penalties: Fines for SB 312 violations

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

Independence Day: 2025-07-04

Labor Day: 2025-09-01

Frequently asked questions

Does Nevada require paid sick leave?

Yes, Nevada SB 312 requires employers with 50+ employees to provide paid leave that can be used for any reason, including sick time.

How much paid leave do Nevada employees get?

Employees accrue 0.01923 hours of paid leave for each hour worked, up to 40 hours per year.