Leave policy guide

Oregon

Complete guide to Oregon leave laws including Paid Leave Oregon, OFLA, sick leave, and parental leave requirements.

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Annual leave

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Public holidays

state

Location type

2025-01-15

Reviewed

Legal framework

Primary legislation

Paid Leave Oregon (PLO), Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA)

Governing body

Oregon Employment Department

Last updated

2025-01-01

Official source

Entitlements overview

Annual leave

Statutory entitlement: 0

Calculation: No state requirement for vacation.

Pro-rata: Per employer policy

Carryover: Per employer policy

Sick leave

Statutory: Yes

Paid days: 40

Statutory pay: 100% of regular rate

Eligibility: All employers with 10+ employees (6+ in Portland), 1 hour per 30 hours worked, Up to 40 hours per year

Parental leave

Maternity: 12 weeks (OFLA) + 12 weeks Paid Leave Oregon

Paternity: 12 weeks (OFLA) + 12 weeks Paid Leave Oregon

Adoption: 12 weeks Paid Leave Oregon

Shared leave: Each parent gets own 12 weeks

Additional leave and compliance

Other leave types

Paid Leave Oregon: 12-14 weeks (paid)

Domestic Violence Leave: Reasonable time (unpaid)

Jury Duty: As needed (unpaid)

Military Leave: Per USERRA (unpaid)

Record keeping and notice

Records: 3 years for payroll and leave records

Penalties: Fines for Paid Leave Oregon and sick leave 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

Juneteenth: 2025-06-19

Independence Day: 2025-07-04

Frequently asked questions

How does Paid Leave Oregon work?

Paid Leave Oregon provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave (14 for pregnancy) at up to 100% wage replacement for family, medical, or safe leave.

How much sick leave do Oregon employees get?

Employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year.