Democrats Murray, DeLauro Propose Mandated Paid Sick Leave

Democratic lawmakers Sen. Patty Murray and Rep. Rosa DeLauro introduce bill to require employers to allow workers to accrue seven days of paid sick leave, according to emailed statement.

• Bill would also require employers to provide an additional 14 days paid sick leave in the event of coronavirus outbreak or other public health emergency: statement

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