EmploymentQuestion 1063 of 1632
Under California's Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act as amended by SB 616 (effective January 1, 2024), the minimum paid sick leave an employer must allow employees to use each year is:
a.8 hours (one day)
b.None; paid sick leave is optional
c.40 hours (five days)
d.160 hours (twenty days)
Explanation
SB 616 increased California's minimum paid sick leave. Effective January 1, 2024, employers must permit use of at least 40 hours (or five days) of paid sick leave per year, up from the prior 24 hours/three days. Nearly all employers with employees in California are covered.
Law Reference: Labor Code §245-249 (paid sick leave); SB 616 (2023)This topic, taught in full in the CSLB Law & Business guide. CSLB Law & Business — Complete Study Guide (2026) — PDF + EPUB, $24.99 · 14-day refund →
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